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Lot #3152

Lot 3151: 16th Century Nurnberg Style Wheel Lock Pistol

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 11, 2016

Lot 3151: 16th Century Nurnberg Style Wheel Lock Pistol

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 11, 2016

Estimated Price: $5,500 - $7,500
Price Realized:
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16th Century Nurnberg Style Wheel Lock Pistol

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Wheellock
Type: Pistol
Gauge:
Barrel: 12 3/4 inch octagon
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: wood
Item Views: 6263
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 79
Class: Antique
Description:

Probably manufactured in the 20th century. The three stage barrel has a flared muzzle and octagon breech section with a stylized Nurnberg Guild mark. The flat lock plate is mounted with an engraved brass wheel-cover plate depicting dragon-like creatures. The dragon-like engraved motif is repeated on the cock. The full length wood stock has numerous mother-of-pearl and bone inlays each finely detailed engraved and decorated in the 16th century style. The inlays are mostly floral and geometric motifs. The pearl inlays depict mythical sea creatures. The barrel tang is flank by inlays featuring stoic men's faces. Ahead of the trigger guard is a grotesque face below a large depiction of a soldier.

Rating Definition:

Good. The pistol has a bright appearance with overall minor pitting. The stock is excellent showing some mild handling marks. The inlays show some typical scattered hairline age cracking.



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