Lot #3172
Lot #3174

Lot 3173: Pair of Silver Mounted Miquelet Pistols

Pair of Silver Mounted Miquelet Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 20, 2011

Lot 3173: Pair of Silver Mounted Miquelet Pistols

Pair of Silver Mounted Miquelet Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 20, 2011

Estimated Price: $1,400 - $2,250

A) Miquelet Pistol

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Miquelet Pistol
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 62
Barrel: 5 inch part octagon
Finish: brown
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1216
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 172
Class: Antique
Description:

This lot consists of two identical flintlock pistols. The part octagon smooth bore barrel gauges at approximately .62 caliber with "DAMASSE" marked on the top flat. The barrel is also engraved at the breech with a "crown/M" on the top flat and a band at the mid-point. The upper tang and trigger guard are engraved. Full length stock with a metal band on the forearm near the muzzle. The back of the grip area has two engraved overlays. Flared butt with floral design on the cap. Complete with a replacement wooden ramrod.

Rating Definition:

Very good. The barrel has a smooth dark brown patina with some protective coating remaining. The trigger guard retains traces of original blue finish with the balance a smooth gray patina. The stock is very fine with some minor dings and scratches and a couple minor pressure dents.



B) Miquelet Pistol

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Miquelet Pistol
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 62
Barrel: 5 inch part octagon
Finish: brown
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1216
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 172
Class: Antique
Description:

As described in "A".

Rating Definition:

Very good. The barrel has a smooth dark brown patina with traces of original Damascus pattern and some protective coating remaining. The trigger guard retains traces of original blue finish with the balance a smooth gray patina. The forearm has a minor crack (right side) and a small missing chip (left side), otherwise the stock is fine with some minor handing marks and a minor dent near the left stock flat.



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