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Lot #3292
Lot #3294

Lot 3293: Pair of Engraved G. Bell Scottish Percussion Belt Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 28, 2022

Lot 3293: Pair of Engraved G. Bell Scottish Percussion Belt Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 28, 2022

Estimated Price: $5,000 - $7,000
Price Realized:
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A) G. Bell Belt Pistol

Manufacturer: Scottish
Model: Percussion
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 48
Barrel: 6 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue/silver/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: metal
Item Views: 770
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 204
Class: Antique
Description:

George Bell was Scottish gunmaker and tackle manufacturer in Glasgow in the mid-19th century when the Scottish Highland pistols were en vogue. This pair has extensive scroll and border engraving, very nicely sculpted barrels, belt hooks, ram horn pommels with threaded vent picks, casehardened hammers, and iron ramrods.

Rating Definition:

Fine with traces of silver on the stock, blue on the barrel, and vibrant refurbished case colors visible on the hammer, and crisp engraving throughout. Mechanically fine.



B) G. Bell Belt Pistol

Manufacturer: Scottish
Model: Percussion
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 48
Barrel: 6 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue/silver/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: metal
Item Views: 770
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 204
Class: Antique
Description:

See "A."

Rating Definition:

Fine with traces of the finishes on the stock and barrel, vibrant refurbished case colors visible on the hammer, and crisp engraving throughout. Mechanically fine.



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