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Lot #138
Lot #140

Lot 139: Two English Percussion Pistols

Collector's Lot of Two English Percussion Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: November 30, 2012

Lot 139: Two English Percussion Pistols

Collector's Lot of Two English Percussion Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: November 30, 2012

Estimated Price: $1,300 - $2,000
Price Realized:
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A) Engraved Manton Patent Silver Saw Handle Percussion Pistol

Manufacturer: Manton
Model: Single Shot
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 50
Barrel: 5 inch octagon
Finish: brown
Grip: silver
Stock:
Item Views: 1383
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 31
Class: Antique
Description:

Engraved silver saw handle frame/grip with silver trigger guard and under barrel rib. Top barrel flat is stamped "Manton Patent London" with an engraving on the hammer. British proofs on the barrel and frame with an iron belt hook mounted on the right side and an iron swivel ramrod.

Rating Definition:

Very good as partially refinished. The iron surfaces have an artificialsmooth gray patina with minor pitting. The German silver is fine with a crisp engraving.



B) Wood Worcester Percussion Pistol

Manufacturer: English
Model: Pocket Pistol
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 42
Barrel: 2 3/8 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1383
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 31
Class: Antique
Description:

Top of barrel stamped "WOOD, WORCESTER" with engraved hammer, trigger guard and frame. British proofs stamped on barrel and ahead of the trigger. Checkered grip with silver initial oval.

Rating Definition:

Very good. The pistol retains traces of original blue finish and case colors with the balance a smooth gray patina. The grip is fine with some minor blemishes in the checkering and a number of minor pressure dents on the butt.



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