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2521
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$2,300.00
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CONTRACT OF 1807 MARTIAL PISTOL JOSEPH HENRY.SN NSN. .57 Cal. x 10-3/8″ rnd bbl marked near breech raised “P” in a sunken oval and has been reconverted back to flint lock. Lock measures 5-3/16″ long marked inside lockplate “JB” and behind cock reading vertically “U.S”. Brass furniture consists of rammer pipe, trigger guard, buttcap and side plate. Ramrod is 9-1/2″ long. Walnut stock is of correct pattern and lacks any evidence of inspectors marks opposite the lock (typically these were removed during refurbishment. PROVENANCE: Collection of Dr. Douglas Sirkin. CONDITION: Bbl has a nice even patina with very light pitting slightly heavier around touch hole area. Lock also has a matching light patina with medium pitting in front of cock. Incorrectly replaced cock, frizzen and frizzen spring have been artificially colored which should be redone to make this piece look much more attractive. Brass furniture is in very good condition with no flaws. Walnut stock is in very good condition showing only minor losses around bbl pin & trigger guard pin, back of lock, back of bbl tang, side plate and buttcap but all very minor in nature and does not detract from overall appearance of gun. 4-50095 PAS61 (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2521
Auction: Firearms - Spring 2014 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day. |