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Lot 1130: Pair of Engraved European Percussion Pistols

Pair of Engraved European Percussion Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 3, 2010

Lot 1130: Pair of Engraved European Percussion Pistols

Pair of Engraved European Percussion Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 3, 2010

Estimated Price: $900 - $1,400
Price Realized:
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A) European Percussion Pistol

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Muff
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 44
Barrel: 3 inch octagon
Finish: brown/casehardened
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 862
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 220
Class: Antique
Description:

This lot consists of two identical percussion pistols. The Damascus barrel is rifled and manufactured without sights. The sides of the frame feature a scroll floral engraving, with a floral type engraving on the upper tang and folding trigger. Lightly engraved hammer and a Belgian Liege ELG proof stamped on the left side of the frame. The nicely figured hardwood grip has a diamond German silver inlay and a butt compartment with a lion's head.

Rating Definition:

Good. The metal surfaces have been clean and now aged to a smooth brown-gray patina with traces of the Damascus pattern remaining on the barrel. The grip is fine with some minor dings and scratches. Action is frozen.



B) European Percussion Pistol

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Muff
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 44
Barrel: 3 inch octagon
Finish: brown/casehardened
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 862
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 220
Class: Antique
Description:

As described in "A".

Rating Definition:

Good. The metal surfaces have been clean and now aged to a smooth brown-gray patina with traces of the Damascus pattern remaining on the barrel. The grip is fine with some minor dings and scratches.



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