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Lot 1281: Pair of John Campbell All-Metal Scottish Flintlock Belt Pistols

Fine Engraved and Silver Accented Pair of John Campbell All-Metal Scottish Flintlock Belt Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 4, 2019

Lot 1281: Pair of John Campbell All-Metal Scottish Flintlock Belt Pistols

Fine Engraved and Silver Accented Pair of John Campbell All-Metal Scottish Flintlock Belt Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 4, 2019

Estimated Price: $9,500 - $15,000
Price Realized:
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A) Campbell Flintlock Pistol

Manufacturer: Scottish
Model: Flintlock Pistol
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 56
Barrel: 6 7/8 inch irregular
Finish: bright
Grip: steel
Stock:
Item Views: 3396
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 142
Class: Antique
Description:

These pistols by John Campbell were manufactured c. 1750-1775 in Doune, Scotland and have his signature on the locks. The rest of the pistols are primarily covered in scrollwork engraving. The engraving is accented by silver inlays on the back straps, silver side plates on the wrists, and silver balls on the triggers and vent picks. They have the standard belt hooks on the left sides and sculpted ramrods. Some accounts state that Major Pitcairn fired one of these distinctive Scottish flintlock pistols at the beginning of the Battle of Lexington & Concord at the beginning of the American War for Independence.

Rating Definition:

Fine overall with gray patina, some faint pitting, crisp engraving, and slight scratches and marks. Mechanically fine.



B) Campbell Flintlock Pistol

Manufacturer: Scottish
Model: Flintlock Pistol
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 56
Barrel: 6 7/8 inch irregular
Finish: bright
Grip: steel
Stock:
Item Views: 3396
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 142
Class: Antique
Description:

See A.

Rating Definition:

Fine overall with smooth gray patina, crisp engraving, patches of light pitting, and scattered minor marks and scratches. Mechanically fine.



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