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English Proofed Holster Flintlock Pistol

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:800.00 USD Estimated At:2,000.00 - 4,000.00 USD
English Proofed Holster Flintlock Pistol
Very faint, illegible makers barrel address is present on top flat of barrel. Brass blade front sight set into a triangular panel, a faint inscription on the top flat and a pair of "crown/ V" proofs on the breech and tang. Light engraving is present on the hammer and frizzen spring, and the lock plate has deeply engraved scenes, with a bugler behind the hammer and a man next to a stand of flags ahead. The reverse plate is gilt brass, with a deep scene of two soldiers on horseback charging each other, while a third horseman watches on, a pair of men sit next to a pillar among an array of arms, and some tents and a small town are visible in the background. On the wrist is a brass panel, shaped like an inscription plate with a raised bust of a lady in the center, fancy borders and a crown on top. Smooth full length stock, with horn ramrod and forearm tips, raised carved scroll designs on the underside and around the tang, raised martial engraving on the trigger guard and a brass buttcap with martial themes and grotesque faces.
BBL: 12 1/2 inch part octagon
Stock:
Gauge: 50
Finish: bright
Grips: walnut
Serial Number: NSN
Condition: Very good. The barrel shows a mixed brown and gray patina, with a small repaired patch on top near the muzzle, scattered scratches and minor pitting. The lock shows a mixed gray with some light spotting and a refaced frizzen. Stock is fine, with some small chips and cracks, along with some minor pressure dents and scratches. The brass fittings show fine color and excellent detail. Mechanically excellent.