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Lot 2473:Cased Pair of Irish Flintlock "Manstopper" Coat Pistols by Fowler of Dublin

February 22nd, 2025|Bedford, TX

Lot 2473:Cased Pair of Irish Flintlock "Manstopper" Coat Pistols by Fowler of Dublin

February 22nd, 2025|Bedford, TX

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Cased Pair of Irish Flintlock "Manstopper" Coat Pistols by Fowler of Dublin

A) Fowler Flintlock Pistol

Manufactured c. 1795-1825. Comes with a modern case fit to the pair and containing a ball mold, powder flask, and loading rod. Provenance: The Malcolm B. Troup, Captain, US Army, Retired Collection

ConditionFine with traces of original finish, gray and brown patina, minor oxidation, absent rear sight, thin cracks in the stock, and mild wear. Mechanically fine. The case is good with cracks in the lid and otherwise minor wear.

Details

ManufacturerIrish

ModelFlintlock Pistol

TypePistol

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge67

Barrel5 1/8 inch octagon

Finishbrown/casehardened/silver/blue

Stockwalnut

Bore conditionThe bore is partially darkened and has oxidation/pitting.

Item LocationBedford, TX

Views963

B) Fowler Flintlock Pistol

Provenance: The Malcolm B. Troup, Captain, US Army, Retired Collection

ConditionFine with traces of original finish, gray and brown patina, minor oxidation, and mild wear. Mechanically fine.

Details

ManufacturerIrish

ModelFlintlock Pistol

TypePistol

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge67

Barrel5 1/8 inch octagon

Finishbrown/casehardened/silver/blue

Stockwalnut

Bore conditionThe bore is partially darkened and has oxidation/pitting.

Item LocationBedford, TX

Views963

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