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  • Lot #280
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Lot #281

Lot 280: Four Black Powder Pistols

Four Black Powder Pistols

Lot 280: Four Black Powder Pistols

Four Black Powder Pistols

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A) English Proofed Double Barrel Percussion Pistol

Manufacturer: British
Model: Double Barrel Percussion
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 65
Barrel: 7 1/2 inch solid rib
Finish: brown
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1363
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is dark with scattered oxidation and pitting.
Description:

Birmingham black powder proofs marked on the bottom of the barrels. The solid rib is separating from the barrels. Ramrod absent.

Rating Definition:

Good overall with scattered original finish in protected areas, brown patina on the balance with pitting throughout. Mechanically good.



B) Belgian Proofed Percussion Pistol

Manufacturer: Belgium
Model: Percussion
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 60
Barrel: 6 1/2 inch octagon
Finish: bright
Grip: hardwood
Stock:
Item Views: 1363
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is dark with oxidation throughout.
Description:

"ELG" Belgian proof on top of the barrel. No apparent markings on the lock plate.

Rating Definition:

Good overall with slight traces of original finish remaining, spotting/pitting throughout. Mechanically very good.



C) Unknown Flintlock Pistol

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Flintlock Pistol
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 69
Barrel: 5 1/4 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1363
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is dark with oxidation throughout.
Description:

No apparent markings on the barrel or the lock plate. Ramrod absent.

Rating Definition:

Fair overall as refinished, spotting and pitting throughout. Mechanically good.



D) Unknown Flintlock Pistol

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Flintlock Pistol
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 50
Barrel: 3 1/4 inch octagon
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1363
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is dark with oxidation and pitting.
Description:

Ram rod absent.

Rating Definition:

Good overall with spotting and pitting throughout. Mechanically fine.



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