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Rare Pr 1840-1860 Belgium "HOWDAH" Pistols

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:2,000.00 USD Estimated At:3,500.00 - 5,000.00 USD
Rare Pr 1840-1860 Belgium  HOWDAH  Pistols
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A rare & magnificent pair of Belgian "HOWDAH" Pistols, Circa: 1840-1860, finely engraved with beautiful gunmaker's workmanship. Overall lenth is 12.5" .65 Cafibre, with right and left hand locks. Excellent operating condition, no pitting with fine checkering in the wood. No chips or cracks. These double barreled big bore pistols were primarily used as a backup guns on big game hunts during the 1800's. A well cared for set that are extremely rare to find still together after about 170 years. Payment by wire transfer only. Buyers Pay Actual Shipping and Handling Charges(see terms and conditions for more information).