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Lot 1070:Belgium Colleye Patent Harmonica Pistol 8.6 mm percussion

December 4th, 2009|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 1070:Belgium Colleye Patent Harmonica Pistol 8.6 mm percussion

December 4th, 2009|Rock Island, IL
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Scarce Belgian Proofed Colleye Patent 4-Round Vertical Harmonica Percussion Pistol in Case with Accessories

Single bead sight on the barrel, offset onto the upper right flat, with small etched panels at the muzzle and breech, serial number on the underside and a small "crown/ N" proof on the right panel. Liege proofs present on the "harmonic" sliding chamber assembly. The sides of the frame and magazine are covered in etched scrollwork, along with the backstrap, with a double action ring trigger and bright hammer. Grips are smooth bag shaped walnut with engraved screws and a fine Burl grain pattern. These H. Colleye patent pistols are discussed on page 244 (with another example photographed on top of page 247) of Firearms Curiosa by Lewis Winant. In an elaborate oval shaped hardwood case, with decorative edge ribbing, brass border and scroll inlays on the lid, and a red felt lined French cut interior, containing the pistol, bullet mold, powder flask, ramrod, nipple tool, oilers, a barrel shaped capbox and a lidded compartment with round bullets. Missing the lead ladle accessory

ConditionVery fine as period refurbished, showing 90% of the aforementioned blue, with a gray patina showing in a few areas, some mild edge wear and spotting, and a few handling marks overall. Grips are also period revarnished, with a few mild dents and scratches and a crack present on the upper left panel. Case is fine, with some mild overall wear. Mechanically very fine.
Details
ManufacturerBelgium
ModelColleye Patent Harmonica
TypePistol
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge8.6 mm percussion
Barrel3 3/4 inch octagon
Finishblue
Griphardwood

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views2486
Catalog page185
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