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3399
$0.00

UNIDENTIFIED EARLY CURLY MAPLE STOCKED FLINTLOCK PISTOL.

SN NSN. 60 cal. 13-1/4″ overall. 8-1/2″ rnd English proofed smooth bore bbl. The English flintlock is marked “KETLAND & CO.” There is no sideplate and a very short, 3/8″, brass nosecap. Pistols of this type using English parts were turned out routinely in the colonies at the end of the 18th century and beginning of the 19th century. They are true pieces of American history that unfortunately cannot be traced to their place of origin or their maker. The brass trigger guard is very nicely engraved. PROVENANCE: Collection of John Montague. CONDITION: Good. There is a 3″ piece of wood replaced above the tail of the lock. 4-54376 RG34 (6,000-8,000) – Lot 3399


Auction: Firearms - Fall 2014
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