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Lot #1460

Lot 1459: Two Engraved Belgian Pinfire DA Pepperbox Pistols

Collector's Lot of Two Engraved Belgian Pinfire Double Action Pepperbox Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 7, 2012

Lot 1459: Two Engraved Belgian Pinfire DA Pepperbox Pistols

Collector's Lot of Two Engraved Belgian Pinfire Double Action Pepperbox Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 7, 2012

Estimated Price: $850 - $1,200
Price Realized:
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A) Belgian Pinfire Pepperbox Pistol with Bone Grips

Manufacturer: Belgium
Model: Fist Pistol
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 7.65 mm pinfire
Barrel: 1 7/8 inch fluted
Finish: blue
Grip: bone
Stock:
Item Views: 3407
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 165
Class: Antique
Description:

The rear of the cylinder has a Liege proof and the left side of the frame is marked "LF". Floral engraved frame, grip straps and fluted cylinder. Fitted with smooth bone grips.

Rating Definition:

Good. The pistol has a mottled gray patina. The grips are fine with a long crack on the left panel and a few minor handling marks. The bone has an attractive aged color.



B) Belgian Pinfire Pepperbox Pistol with Ivory Grips

Manufacturer: Belgium
Model: Fist Pistol
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 7.5mm
Barrel: 2 inch fluted
Finish: blue
Grip: ivory
Stock:
Item Views: 3407
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 165
Class: Antique
Description:

The rear of the cylinder has a Liege proof, "JL" and "3" with an additional "JL" on the front strap. "LH" is marked on the front of the frame. Floral engraved frame sides, back strap and fluted cylinder. Fitted with smooth ivory grips.

Rating Definition:

Fine. The pistol retains 60% original blue finish (mostly on the barrel cluster) with the balance a mottled brown patina. There is some very scattered mild spotting. The grips are fine with a number of minor handling marks and a couple hairline stress cracks at the screw. The ivory has attractive grain and color. Action needs work as trigger must be manually set to the ready position after action has been cycled.



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