Pair of French Flintlock Pistols, Carved Stocks, Gold Plating, Cannon Muzzles - Antique Associated At West Townsend

Pair of French Flintlock Pistols, Carved Stocks, Gold Plating, Cannon Muzzles

Pair of French Flintlock Pistols, Carved Stocks, Gold Plating, Cannon Muzzles

The iron furniture is engraved and there is raised carving behind the tangs, around the trigger guards and rammer ferrules. The ramrods appear to be original. The octagonal to round barrels retain 95% brilliant blue finish with fancy gold plating in the designs; each barrel has a different gold work pattern.

Item Date: 1760-1780

Measurement: Overall: 6.75", locks: 2.75", barrels: 3.25"

Material: Silver wire inlay, walnut stocks

Item Condition: Overall, very good original condition. Scattered trivial surface oxidation, mechanically fine.

Price: $5,600

SKU 308-682

For More Information, Please Contact David Hillier at 978-597-8084 or email drh@aaawt.com.

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