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Lot 10:Matching Set of Double Barrel Percussion Pistols

April 25th, 2009|Rock Island, IL

Lot 10:Matching Set of Double Barrel Percussion Pistols

April 25th, 2009|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,100 - $1,600

A) Unmarked Double Barrel Percussion Pistol

Single bead sight on a solid rib. With the exception of the serial number, there are no visible maker's markings (possibly Belgium in origin). Double Damascus barrels have been cut to there current length of 8 1/4 inches. Floral engraved lock plates with zig zag line border. The floral engraving continues on the upper tang and trigger guard and hammer sides. Fish sculpted hammers, double triggers, checkered grip, ornamental buttcap and iron ramrod. With a matching pistol marked with the same serial number.

ConditionGood as modified. The metal surfaces have been cleaned bright and are now beginning to age again. The barrels retain faint traces of the Damascus pattern. The revarnished wood is good plus with some minor scratches, dings and dents and some minor varnish loss. The checkering is mostly worn smooth. The upper tang and lock plates are ill-fitting. The engraving is clear and crisp.

Details

ManufacturerUnknown

ModelPercussion Pistol

TypePistol

Serial number

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge58

Barrel8 1/4 inch solid rib

FinishDamascus

Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL

Catalog page7

B) Unmarked Double Barrel Percussion Pistol

As described in A.

ConditionGood as modified. The metal surfaces have been cleaned bright and are now beginning to age again. There is moderate pitting on the barrels that retain faint traces of the Damascus pattern. The buttcap is loose. The revarnished wood is good plus with a crack in the grip area, some varnish loss and some minor dings, dents, nicks and scratches. Some of the checkering has worn smooth. The engraving is clear and crisp.