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Lot 3171: Cased Pair of Swivel Breech Percussion Pistols

Cased Pair of Engraved "Wender" Swivel Breech Double Barrel Percussion Pistols with Accessories

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 9, 2018

Lot 3171: Cased Pair of Swivel Breech Percussion Pistols

Cased Pair of Engraved "Wender" Swivel Breech Double Barrel Percussion Pistols with Accessories

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 9, 2018

Estimated Price: $3,250 - $4,500
Price Realized:
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A) Swivel Breech Pistol

Manufacturer: European
Model: Percussion
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 36
Barrel: 1 5/8 inch round
Finish: unknown
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1136
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 75
Class: Antique
Description:

They have rotating double barrels with false rifling, engraved bands at the muzzle, and light engraving on the breech plug rib. The box lock actions have additional traditional scroll engraving and "H. NOCK/LONDON" on the left side, folding triggers, and fish style hammers. The grips are checkered and have silver initial plates. They come in an English fitted hardwood case with a small pocket powder flask, cap tin, and ball mold. These 19th century pistols were obviously manufactured after Henry Nock's death in 1804 and after the company changed its name to James Wilkinson & Son c. 1818. There are no English proofmarks.

Rating Definition:

Very good with smooth crisp brown patina, light oxidation, mostly crisp checkering, and minor marks and scratches. Mechanically excellent. The case and accessories are also very good with mild storage wear.



B) Swivel Breech Pistol

Manufacturer: European
Model: Percussion
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 36
Barrel: 1 5/8
Finish: unknown
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 1136
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 75
Class: Antique
Description:

Rating Definition:

Very good with smooth brown patina, some light oxidation, minor handling wear on the otherwise crisp checkering, and some scattered marks and scratches. Mechanically excellent.



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