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Antique English Flintlock Large-Bore Boxlock Pocket Pistol, by Ketland

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:300.00 USD
Antique English Flintlock Large-Bore Boxlock Pocket Pistol, by Ketland
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Antique English Flintlock Large-Bore Boxlock Pocket Pistol, by Ketland, NVSN, .44 cal., 4.625" round screw-off barrel has cannon turnings, wrench stud and London "(crown)/P" and "(crown)/V" sunken proof cartouches below; boxlock frame is marked "Ketland & Co." in an oval wreath at left and "London" in matching wreath at right, has reinforced cock, separate loop trigger guard, early-style trigger with curved tail, integral pan and grip tangs, 1-pc. bag-type varnished walnut grip inlaid with silver wire scrolls, vacant silver-plated escutcheon at wrist and silver buttcap having 5 sunken proofs. Mfg'd early 1800s. Condition is very good retaining smooth blue-brown patina (perhaps with added finish), sharp edges and markings. Grips have all their wire inlays and show most varnish. Action is crisp, smoothbore shows moderate black-powder corrosion. Est.: $600-$800. (Antique)