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Lot 1305: Pair of Simmons Brass Barrel Flintlock Pistols

Very Fine Pair of Simmons Brass Barrel Flintlock Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 11, 2021

Lot 1305: Pair of Simmons Brass Barrel Flintlock Pistols

Very Fine Pair of Simmons Brass Barrel Flintlock Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 11, 2021

Estimated Price: $3,000 - $5,000
Price Realized:
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A) Simmons Flintlock Pistol

Manufacturer: Simmons
Model: Flintlock Pistol
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 56
Barrel: 9 inch part octagon
Finish: bright/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1671
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 247
Class: Antique
Description:

These post-1816 pistols have two-stage barrels with bead front sights, girdled transition points, "-SIMMONS-" signed on top, and Birmingham proofs on the upper left. The locks are secured by single screws and are also signed "SIMMONS" and have light floral engraving. The brass furniture includes pineapple finials and floral engraving on the trigger guards. The stocks are stepped near the muzzle and nicely checkered on the wrists.

Rating Definition:

Very fine with light aged patina on the brass, dark patina and traces of case colors on the lock, a ding in the barrel, most of the gloss finish on the stock, crisp checkering and markings, and general light dings and minor scratches on the metal and wood. Mechanically excellent.



B) Simmons Flintlock Pistol

Manufacturer: Simmons
Model: Flintlock Pistol
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 56
Barrel: 9 inch part octagon
Finish: bright/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1671
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 247
Class: Antique
Description:

See "A."

Rating Definition:

Very fine with light aged patina on the brass, dark patina and traces of case colors on the lock, most of the gloss finish on the stock, crisp checkering and markings, and general light dings and minor scratches mainly on the left side of the stock. Mechanically excellent.



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