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Lot #258
Lot #260

Lot 259: Three Muzzleloading Pistols

Lot 259: Three Muzzleloading Pistols

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A) Flintlock Pistol with English Lock

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Flintlock
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 31
Barrel: 11 1/8 inch octagon
Finish: brown/blue
Grip:
Stock: curly maple
Item Views: 344
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

Built in the U.S. in the 20th century from parts of mixed age including an early 19th century English martial lock.

Rating Definition:

Poor as assembled with dark patina on the barrel, cold blue coloration on the reconverted lock, aged patina on the brass, and mild overall wear. Mechanically needs work.



B) R.S. Clark Percussion Pistol

Manufacturer: British
Model: Percussion
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 50
Barrel: 5 5/8 inch octagon
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 344
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

Manufactured c. 1840.

Rating Definition:

Fair with refinished barrel and hammer, silver-gray patina on the lock and furniture, mild pitting, absent forend cap and right side of the forend, crack behind the lock, and mild scratches and dings. Mechanically fine.



C) Thomas Bolton & Co. Underhammer Percussion Pistol

Manufacturer: English
Model: Percussion
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 36
Barrel: 4 1/4 inch part octagon
Finish: blue/German silver
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 344
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

Manufactured c. 1830s-1840s.

Rating Definition:

Fine with dark brown patina and mild overall wear. Mechanically fine.



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