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Lot #1383
Lot #1385

Lot 1384: Two Muff Pistols

Collector's Lot of Two Muff Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 21, 2013

Lot 1384: Two Muff Pistols

Collector's Lot of Two Muff Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 21, 2013

Estimated Price: $850 - $1,200
Price Realized:
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A) Unmarked Flintlock Pocket Muff Pistol

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Flintlock
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 52
Barrel: 1 15/16 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 2744
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 134
Class: Antique
Description:

No makers marks, Liege proof on the left side of the breech and a "crown/AF" on the right. The barrel and breech plug are marked "2". Lightly engraved frame, screw off barrel, center mounted hammer with sliding safety, folding trigger and fitted with a scallop bordered one-piece checkered walnut grip Provenance: The William Ashby Collection

Rating Definition:

Fair. The metal surfaces have a gray patina with some minor pitting left side of the breech and frame, and on the barrel. The grip is also fair with some extensive visible wear, a few minor pressure dents and crisp checkering. The action is a bit stiff, but functions well.



B) European Flintlock Muff Pistol

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Muff
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 44
Barrel: 1 3/4 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 2744
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 134
Class: Antique
Description:

The pistol has a Liege ELG and "crown/AF" proofs. The frame has a floral type engraving and the folding trigger is engraved. The hammer has a sliding safety. The bird head shaped grip is checkered with carved shell patterns at the frame. Provenance: The William Ashby Collection

Rating Definition:

Good. The barrel retains streaks of original blue finish with the balance a smooth gray patina and limited light pitting. The wrench lug on the barrel has been removed. The remaining metal surfaces have a mottled gray patina. The grip is fine with a few minor handling marks and overall crisp checkering. Mechanically fine.



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