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Flintlock pistols for the oriental market
19th century European work
Steel, wood, brass.
Total length: 53cm - Barrel length: 33.7cm - Muzzle diameter: 16.6mm
Pan then round barrel with ribbon and top band; engraved on top and stamped. Engraved flat breech tail.
Brass front sight.
Round-bodied lock, finely engraved with foliage and chased. Gooseneck hounds and engraved bassoon cover.
Cut-out brass counterplate with repoussé decoration illustrating a hunting scene on foot.
Brass trigger guard, decorated en suite.
Brass cap with long tail, half-round decoration and strong cap nail.
Walnut frame, lightly carved with filigree remains. Brass thumb pieces.
Faux wood ramrod.
This pistol is complete, with a small missing frame. The lock operation needs revision.
Ref : 5543
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
According to article L311-2 of the French Code de la sécurité intérieure, this collector's weapon is classified in category D. It is free to acquire and hold. We remind you that their sale is forbidden to minors.
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