Lot 4344: Cased Pair of Hollis Boxlock Sidehammer Percussion Belt Pistols
Cased Pair of Engraved Hollis "Manstopper" Boxlock Sidehammer Percussion Belt Pistols
Auction Location: Bedford, TX
Auction Date: June 23, 2024
Lot 4344: Cased Pair of Hollis Boxlock Sidehammer Percussion Belt Pistols
Cased Pair of Engraved Hollis "Manstopper" Boxlock Sidehammer Percussion Belt Pistols
Auction Location: Bedford, TX
Auction Date: June 23, 2024
Estimated Price: $3,000 - $5,000
Price Realized:
A) Hollis Percussion Pistol
Manufacturer: English
Model: Percussion
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 65
Barrel: 4 inch octagon
Finish: blue/bright
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 757
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number: 
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:
William Hollis of Cheltenham was a gunmaker c. 1820s-1860s. The pair comes in a fitted case with a William Hollis trade label, small powder flask, cap tin, loading rod, balls, pick, key, and nipple wrench.
Rating Definition:
Good with an older refinish, minor oxidation/pitting, attractive aged patina, and mild wear including some spots of wear on the grip checkering. Mechanically fine. The case and accessories are very good with mild age and storage related wear and some repairs to the lining.
B) Hollis Percussion Pistol
Manufacturer: English
Model: Percussion
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 65
Barrel: 4 inch octagon
Finish: blue/bright
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 757
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:
Rating Definition:
Good with an older refinish, some minor oxidation/pitting, aged patina, and general mild wear including some spots of wear on the otherwise crisp grip checkering. Mechanically fine.
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