Skip to main content
Rock Island Auction Company
AuctionsConsignmentLatestFAQAbout us
Log InCreate Account
Rock Island Auction CompanyRock Island Auction Company
Contact us
1-309-797-15001-800-238-8022[email protected]
Locations
Bedford, TX
3600 Harwood RoadBedford, Texas 76021, USA
Rock Island, IL
7819 42nd Street WestRock Island, Illinois 61201, USA
Hours
Monday - Friday8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Navigation
AuctionsConsignmentLatestFAQAbout usAccount
More Info
Terms & ConditionsPrivacy PolicyJob postings & CareersOrder a catalogContact
Social media
© 2025 Rock Island Auction Company. RIAC believes that this website is accessible to the widest possible audience pursuant to the guidelines of the Americans with Disability Act. Click here for more information.
Healthcare Transparency in Coverage.
Disconnected
Unable to connect to live update server, attempting reconnection. If this persists, please try refreshing your browser.
Disconnected state indicated by at top of page. If you cannot see this icon, you are connected.
Rock Island Auction Company
Hello.
Please Log In, or .

Home
Auctions
Consignment
Latest
FAQ
About us

  • /Auctions...
  • /Catalog...
  • /Lot 3150

Lot 3150:Matching Pair of 16th Century Style Wheel Lock Pistols

September 11th, 2016|Rock Island, IL
  • /Auctions...
  • /Catalog...
  • /Lot 3150

Lot 3150:Matching Pair of 16th Century Style Wheel Lock Pistols

September 11th, 2016|Rock Island, IL
Price Realized:
Login to viewLogin to view
Price obfuscated
Estimated Price$8,500 - $12,000
Log In to use Wishlists
Share

Matching Pair of 16th Century Style Wheel Lock Pistols

A) Wheel-Lock Pistol

Probably manufactured in the 20th century. The two stage barrel has a flared muzzle and an octagonal breech section. The top barrel flat is marked "P/P" at the breech. The flat lock plate has a proof stamped under the wheel and engraved brass wheel covers depicting two dragon-like creatures. The dragon-like engraved motif is repeated on the cock. It is fitted with a square trigger guard. The full length wood stock features numerous bone inlays and plaques which are engraved in the form of men and beasts, but most depict floral motifs. One of the largest inlays features a man on horseback engaging a charging lion (left side). Unbeknownst to the horseback rider is a stalking lion. The hunter becoming the prey. Other inlays show dogs and grotesque faces. The inlays flanking the back strap show a seahorse type figure with a man's face. The stock has a round butt with metal straps and applied classical faces and a lion's head on the bottom. The wooden ramrod has a floral engraved bone tip.

ConditionFine. The pistol has a mottled bright appearance. The stock is fine showing some minor marks. The lays are taking on a yellow patina and a few of the inlays are cracked.
Details
ManufacturerUnknown
ModelWheellock
TypePistol
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge40
Barrel6 1/16 inch part octagon
Finishbright
Stockwood

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views1933
Catalog page79

B) Wheel Lock Pistol

As described in "A."

ConditionFine. The pistol has a mottled bright appearance. The stock is fine showing some minor marks. The lays are taking on a yellow patina and a few of the inlays are cracked.
Details
ManufacturerUnknown
ModelWheellock
TypePistol
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge40
Barrel6 1/16 inch part octagon
Finishbright
Stockwood

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views1933
Catalog page79
Find MoreRelated Items
Lot 3314Ornate Damascened and Engraved Wheellock Pistol
View Lot
Lot 3331Ornate Wheellock Belt Pistol
View Lot
Lot 291Large German Wheellock Sporting Gun with Double Dogs
View Lot
Lot 1255Chiseled, Inlaid and Engraved German Wheellock Youth Rifle
View Lot
Show More