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Lot 409:Cased Folding Trigger Box Lock Percussion Pistols

May 3rd, 2019|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 409:Cased Folding Trigger Box Lock Percussion Pistols

May 3rd, 2019|Rock Island, IL
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Cased Exhibition Quality Pair of Relief Chiseled Folding Trigger Box Lock Percussion Pistols and Accessories

A) Box Lock Percussion Pistol

The pistols, bullet mold, turnscrew, and ramrod all feature finely detailed relief engraving consisting of a mix of geometric, floral, and scroll patterns. In addition, the mold has a face on the block. A small powder flask, a cap container, and a few bullets are also included. The case lid has "PB" inscribed on the lid escutcheon. The pistols have no identifying markings and feature small blade front sights and rotating grip caps revealing compartments in the butts.

ConditionVery fine with 90% plus original blue on the barrel, dark backgrounds, and light gray patina forming on the otherwise bright remaining surfaces. The grip is also very fine and has some small chips, light dings, and dark finish. Mechanically fine.
Details
ManufacturerEuropean
ModelPercussion
TypePistol
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge42
Barrel4 inch part octagon
Finishblue/bright
Gripcarved/fluted

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views1753
Catalog page200

B) Box Lock Percussion Pistol

See A.

ConditionVery fine with 85% plus original blue on the barrel, dark backgrounds, and some gray patina forming on the otherwise bright remaining surfaces. The grip is also very fine and has some dings and scrapes and dark finish. Mechanically fine.The case is fine and accessories are very fine with mild storage wear. The embellishment on both the pistols and accessories is crisp.
Details
ManufacturerEuropean
ModelPercussion
TypePistol
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge42
Barrel4 inch part octagon
Finishblue/bright
Gripcarved/fluted

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views1753
Catalog page200
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