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Lot 409: Cased Folding Trigger Box Lock Percussion Pistols

Cased Exhibition Quality Pair of Relief Chiseled Folding Trigger Box Lock Percussion Pistols and Accessories

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 3, 2019

Lot 409: Cased Folding Trigger Box Lock Percussion Pistols

Cased Exhibition Quality Pair of Relief Chiseled Folding Trigger Box Lock Percussion Pistols and Accessories

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 3, 2019

Estimated Price: $4,500 - $7,000
Price Realized:
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A) Box Lock Percussion Pistol

Manufacturer: European
Model: Percussion
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 42
Barrel: 4 inch part octagon
Finish: blue/bright
Grip: carved/fluted
Stock:
Item Views: 1698
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 200
Class: Antique
Description:

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.

Rating Definition:

Very 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.



B) Box Lock Percussion Pistol

Manufacturer: European
Model: Percussion
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 42
Barrel: 4 inch part octagon
Finish: blue/bright
Grip: carved/fluted
Stock:
Item Views: 1698
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 200
Class: Antique
Description:

See A.

Rating Definition:

Very 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.



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