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Lot 1206:Outstanding Pair of Box Lock Screw-Barrel Percussion Pistols by

April 30th, 2010|Rock Island, IL

Lot 1206:Outstanding Pair of Box Lock Screw-Barrel Percussion Pistols by

April 30th, 2010|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$5,000 - $7,000

A) Box Lock Screw Barrel Percussion by Leylon of Paris

Fixed sights, with "1" marked on the barrel and frame at the breech, and "LELYON A PARIS" on the top barrel flat. Fully casehardened, with engraved borders at the muzzle and breech, fish head hammer, scrollwork on the hammer and frame, and smooth one piece bag shaped ebony grip with cap box and lid shaped like a seashell.

ConditionExcellent, with 95% plus of the original casehardened finish, showing some light handling marks and bright, vivid color. A few mild chips and scratches are present on the grip. Mechanically excellent.

Details

ManufacturerLelyon A Paris

ModelPercussion

TypePistol

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge57

Barrel 3 1/4 inch octagon

Finishcasehardened

Gripebony

Item LocationRock Island, IL

Catalog page228

B) Box Lock Screw-Barrel Percussion Pistol by Lelyon of Paris

As A, with "2" marked at the breech.

ConditionExcellent, with 98% of the original bright and vivid casehardened finish, showing some light handling marks. A few chips and scratches are present on the grip. Mechanically excellent.