CASED PAIR OF PERCUSSION MUFF PISTOLS.

CASED PAIR OF PERCUSSION MUFF PISTOLS. Cal. 48. SN 5. 2-11/16” rnd rifled bbls. One of the bbls has an additional number 2 in front of the SN, which would seem to indicate the matching pistol, but that bbl does not fit frame with the number 2 on it. There is an additional dot above the SN on the two bbls that do fit together. Frames are engraved with tight floral scrolls inside lined borders. Ivory grips have relief carved panels on sides. Cased in a solid mahogany case lined with green velvet. Case is French, recessed with compartments for the two pistols both facing in the same direction, a matching dagger, combination tool, cleaning rod, ivory cap box, bone-covered container, extra nipples, and tip for a cleaning rod with reversible screw. Covered compartment contains extra cast lead balls. Cruxiform blade is 2-13/16” long; it has an iron crossguard, a German silver ferrule, and a spiral carved ivory hilt. German silver scabbard is of matching shape. Frames have light floral engraving. CONDITION: Smooth gray patina with scattered light spots of rust stains on iron parts. Grips have sun-faded almost white and have numerous tight age cracks on the up side due to exposure. Hilt of the dagger also has white exposure. Case exterior is cracked on lid and has been refinished. Interior is bright with minor stains. Cleaning rod is a replacement. 4-30243 FS123 (5,000-10,000)

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2007

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.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	94	$4,025.00	CASED PAIR OF PERCUSSION MUFF PISTOLS. Cal. 48. SN 5. 2-11/16” rnd rifled bbls. One of the bbls has an additional number 2 in front of the SN, which would seem to indicate the matching pistol, but that bbl does not fit frame with the number 2 on it. There is an additional dot above the SN on the two bbls that do fit together. Frames are engraved with tight floral scrolls inside lined borders. Ivory grips have relief carved panels on sides. Cased in a solid mahogany case lined with green velvet. Case is French, recessed with compartments for the two pistols both facing in the same direction, a matching dagger, combination tool, cleaning rod, ivory cap box, bone-covered container, extra nipples, and tip for a cleaning rod with reversible screw. Covered compartment contains extra cast lead balls. Cruxiform blade is 2-13/16” long; it has an iron crossguard, a German silver ferrule, and a spiral carved ivory hilt. German silver scabbard is of matching shape. Frames have light floral engraving. CONDITION: Smooth gray patina with scattered light spots of rust stains on iron parts. Grips have sun-faded almost white and have numerous tight age cracks on the up side due to exposure. Hilt of the dagger also has white exposure. Case exterior is cracked on lid and has been refinished. Interior is bright with minor stains. Cleaning rod is a replacement. 4-30243 FS123 (5,000-10,000) Auction: Firearms - Spring 2007 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.

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