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Lot 1365: Engraved and Signed Stock Reservoir Exposed Lock Air Gun

Engraved and Signed Early 19th Century European Stock Reservoir Exposed Lock Air Gun

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: December 9, 2023

Lot 1365: Engraved and Signed Stock Reservoir Exposed Lock Air Gun

Engraved and Signed Early 19th Century European Stock Reservoir Exposed Lock Air Gun

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: December 9, 2023

Estimated Price: $2,500 - $4,000

Engraved and Signed Early 19th Century European Stock Reservoir Exposed Lock Air Gun

Manufacturer: European
Model: Air Gun
Type: Other
Gauge: 44
Barrel: 42 3/4 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: metal
Item Views: 663
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 273
Class: Other
Description:

"P.J./Parilis/Aix la/Chapelle" (possibly Parifis) signed on the left of the frame surrounded by engraving. No information related to this maker found at the current time. Features high quality floral and border pattern engraving on the frame and iron ends of the leather wrapped buttstock reservoir. Air guns of this style were used primarily for hunting. "Wind guns" had several advantages over conventional firearms including that they were quieter, smokeless, quicker to reload, and relatively unaffected by rain. They also required less cleaning since they did not require corrosive black powder. This air gun is chambered in approximately .44 caliber/11 mm with a smooth bore, blade front sight and fixed notch rear sight, and an iron stock air reservoir. This example features an exposed lock, with a cocking lever that doubles as a hammer for functioning. Circular brass collection tag marked "R.D. BEEMAN/PRIVATE/COLLECTION/1245" hanging from the trigger guard. Provenance: The Dr. Robert D. Beeman Collection

Rating Definition:

Very good, with a mix of smooth brown and gray patina, and sharp engraving overall. The leather is good with scuffs and age related wear. Mechanically fine.



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