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18LU-2 FLINTLOCK PISTOL

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:175.00 USD
18LU-2 FLINTLOCK PISTOL
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British Military style flintlock pistol with attached ramrod circa late 18th to early 19th century. Brass mounts with lazy S side plate. Measures 15” overall with a 8 ¾” round and thick walled barrel of .75 caliber smoothbore. Broad head proof on lock beneath pan with no arsenal stampings and light engraving. The barrel is British proofed. Curious that lock and hammer are engraved with no arsenal stamps but showing military type proof. A small contract or merchant marine? The pistol is in good condition with cleaned to gray metal patina showing light to slightly heavy scattered pitting. Original flintlock parts. The stock shows a coating of clear varnish or shellac with small repairs and minor imperfections. Working but main spring weak. (Antique) Est.: $350-$700