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Lot 269: Engraved and Inlaid Small Scale Wheellock Style Pistol

Ornate Engraved and Scrimshaw Inlaid Small Scale Wheel Lock Style Pistol

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 11, 2020

Lot 269: Engraved and Inlaid Small Scale Wheellock Style Pistol

Ornate Engraved and Scrimshaw Inlaid Small Scale Wheel Lock Style Pistol

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 11, 2020

Estimated Price: $4,000 - $6,000
Price Realized:
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Ornate Engraved and Scrimshaw Inlaid Small Scale Wheel Lock Style Pistol

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Wheellock
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 36
Barrel: 4 5/8 inch part octagon
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 1650
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 239
Class: Antique
Description:

This is a scaled down Victorian era made, Germanic style wheel lock pistol and was likely inspired by an original late 16th century pistol from Nuremberg. The rifled barrel has a flared muzzle and floral engraving. The tang extends all the way down the back to just before the ball shaped pommel. The lock has border engraving, bestial wheel plate and cock, and sprung pan cover. The stock has extensive scrimshawed inlays. A pair of devilish faces are at the breech. The bottom of the forend has a soldier, and the left has a knight battling a lion. The ball shaped pommel has silver floral and putti accent and a silver lion cap.

Rating Definition:

Fine as Victorian era made with minor oxidation and pitting on the iron, aged patina on the brass and silver, minor marks and scratches, and crisp engraving. The stock is very fine with crisp scrimshaw patterns and minor storage type wear. Mechanically not tested but it appears to be fully functional.



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