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Belgian Double Barrel Tap Action Superposed Barrel Flintlock Pistol

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:425.00 USD Estimated At:850.00 - 1,300.00 USD
Belgian Double Barrel Tap Action Superposed Barrel Flintlock Pistol
Produced without sights, with the barrels set in an over and under arrangement with one hammer, flashpan and a sliding safety which locks both. The flashpan has a sliding section in the bottom, which cuts off access to the lower barrel vent when pushed right. Engraved frame, with "E/ LG/ star" Liege stamp on the left side, engraved trigger guard and a bag shaped grip with skip-line checkering and decorative wire inlay.
BBL: 3 1/2 inch round
Stock:
Gauge: 42
Finish: blue/ casehardened
Grips: walnut
Serial Number: NSN


Fine, with 50% of the period blue finish, strongest on the protected areas of the barrels, with a mixed gray patina on the remainder, scattered spotting and a few light dents. The frame is a mixed gray and brown color, with hints of original casehardening. Grips are very good, showing minor pressure dents. Mechanically very good.