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Antique Belgian SxS Boxlock Perc. Pistol

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:175.00 USD
Antique Belgian SxS Boxlock Perc. Pistol
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Antique Belgian SXS Double-Barrel Boxlock Percussion Pocket Pistol, NVSN, .44 cal., 3.5'' octagonal barrel group without sights, marked with numerous Belgian proofmarks on underside; steel boxlock frame has twin center-hung hammers behind a raised flash guard, a ''B'' stamped at right breech, matching proofmarks at bottom front, twin triggers with simple sheet metal loop trigger guard, integral gripstraps, and one-piece varnished walnut grips. Mfg'd ca. 1840s-60s. Condition is very good retaining no original finishes and with a cleaned bright gunmetal color, sharp edges and markings, and solid unmarked grips having much original varnish. Workmanship is simple and unadorned; actions function smoothly, smoothbores are clean showing general black-powder erosion, nipples are smashed but intact. Est.: $350-$500. (Antique)(John Ackerman collection)