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Lot 301: Cased Pair of Engraved Belgian Muff Pistols

Cased Pair of Engraved Belgian Muff Pistols with Accessories

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 19, 2023

Lot 301: Cased Pair of Engraved Belgian Muff Pistols

Cased Pair of Engraved Belgian Muff Pistols with Accessories

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 19, 2023

Estimated Price: $1,800 - $2,750
Price Realized:
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A) Belgian Percussion Pistol

Manufacturer: Belgium
Model: Muff
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 36
Barrel: 1 1/2 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip: antique ivory
Stock:
Item Views: 991
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 262
Class: Antique
Description:

Produced without sights, with a cosmetic notch in the fence on the frame, an "E/LG/(star)" Liege proof on the left side of the chamber, and scroll engraving on the frame and folding trigger. Smooth birds head grip, with raised teardrop panels alongside the frame. With a purple velvet lined hardwood case, decorated with a "M C" initialed brass panel on the lid, carved bone compartment handles, a combination bullet mold/sprue cutter/barrel spanner/nipple wrench numbered to match the set, case key, and a small carved oil container.

Rating Definition:

Very good, showing some light spotting and a tiny amount of pitting on the bright metal. The grip is very good, with a thin crack on the left side, a small amount of space between the grip and the sides of the frame, and an attractive color and grain overall. The case is very good, with some light wear on the lining and scattered handling marks. Mechanically very good.



B) Belgian Percussion Pistol

Manufacturer: Belgium
Model: Muff
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 36
Barrel: 1 1/2 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip: antique ivory
Stock:
Item Views: 991
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 262
Class: Antique
Description:

As A.

Rating Definition:

Very good. The frame shows a small area of polishing on the underside near the lower tang, with a few light areas of spotting and a bright appearance overall. The grip is good, with some cracking at the wrist and attractive grain and color. Mechanically excellent.



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