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Lot #266

Lot 265: Two English Marked Silver Inlaid and Damascus Barreled Percussio

Collector's Lot of Two English Marked Silver Inlaid and Damascus Barreled Percussion Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 8, 2013

Lot 265: Two English Marked Silver Inlaid and Damascus Barreled Percussio

Collector's Lot of Two English Marked Silver Inlaid and Damascus Barreled Percussion Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 8, 2013

Estimated Price: $1,800 - $2,750

A) Baker London Marked Single Shot Percussion Pistol

Manufacturer: English
Model: Percussion
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 44
Barrel: 3 1/4 inch octagon
Finish: brown/silver
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1218
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 62
Class: Antique
Description:

Produced without sights, with crossed scepter stamps on the underside of the barrel and frame, "Baker" and "London" marked on the left and right sides of the frame, respectively, and a starburst design on the trigger guard. Smooth bag shaped grip, with silver inlaid floral designs on the sides, an inscription oval (blank) on the back, and a floral pattern engraved on the buttcap.

Rating Definition:

Fair. A mixed brown and gray patina shows on the steel components, with mild pitting and handling marks. Frame is fair, with a few dents and bright spots. Grip is good, with some minor chips near the frame, light dents, and some moderate polishing of the silver. Mechanically very good.



B) Attractive Silver Inlaid and Engraved Patrick (Liverpool) Single Shot Pistol

Manufacturer: British
Model: Percussion
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45
Barrel: 1 3/4 inch octagon
Finish: blue/bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1218
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 62
Class: Antique
Description:

Produced without sights, with light border engraving on the breech and muzzle, crossed scepter proofs on the underside, "LIVERPOOL" on the right side of the frame, "PATRICK" on the left, and scroll engraving on the frame and hammer. Equipped with a folding trigger and a sliding safety. Smooth bag shaped grip, with inlaid silver floral designs and a deeply cut silver grotesque mask buttcap.

Rating Definition:

Good. The barrel is showing a mixed gray patina, with good Damascus pattern, mild spotting, and some very shallow pitting. The frame shows a well aged brass patina, with light dents. A small section of wire is absent from the right side of the grip, otherwise the grip is very good with a few small dents. Mechanically needs adjustment.



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