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Near fine original flintlock pistol with top mounted spring bayonet signed “Forest, London” circa

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:1,500.00 USD Estimated At:3,000.00 - 6,000.00 USD
Near fine original flintlock pistol with top  mounted spring bayonet signed “Forest, London”  circa
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Near fine original flintlock pistol with top mounted spring bayonet signed “Forest, London” circa early 19th century. The pistol shows an 8” somewhat heavy and thick walled octagon barrel of approximately .64 caliber smoothbore. The pistolmeasures 14” overall. The lock shows its original hammer, top jaw screw and parts. The condition is very good plus to near fine overall with just some minor scratches and aging to the wood but retaining most of the original finish. The lockshows strong traces of sedate original case hardening. The bayonet is original and snaps with authority. An original to the period ramrod is included which is probably the original to this pistol. English flintlock pistols with originalsnap bayonets are always desirable particularly with brass barrels. Est.: $3,000-$6,000