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Lot 3171:Cased Pair of Swivel Breech Percussion Pistols

September 9th, 2018|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 3171:Cased Pair of Swivel Breech Percussion Pistols

September 9th, 2018|Rock Island, IL
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Cased Pair of Engraved "Wender" Swivel Breech Double Barrel Percussion Pistols with Accessories

A) Swivel Breech Pistol

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.

ConditionVery 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.
Details
ManufacturerEuropean
ModelPercussion
TypePistol
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge36
Barrel1 5/8 inch round
Finishunknown
Gripwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views1161
Catalog page75

B) Swivel Breech Pistol

Percussion

ConditionVery good with smooth brown patina, some light oxidation, minor handling wear on the otherwise crisp checkering, and some scattered marks and scratches. Mechanically excellent.
Details
ManufacturerEuropean
ModelPercussion
TypePistol
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge36
Barrel1 5/8
Finishunknown
Gripwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views1161
Catalog page75
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