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Antique European Perc. Muff Pistol

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:150.00 USD
Antique European Perc. Muff Pistol
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Antique European (possibly French) Single-Shot Boxlock Percussion Muff Pistol, #1, .44 cal., 2'' round screw-off barrel is marked with a tiny ''1'' at breech; floral engraved steel frame is marked with a corresponding tiny ''1'', has a nicely-shaped central hammer, flash guard, right-side fluted nipple bolster and a checkered folding trigger that drops down on cocking; one-piece ebonized hardwood grips with a German silver buttcap having a relief cast grotesque-mask lid opening to a trap for caps (two present). Condition is near excellent. Barrel retains approx. 90% original Damascus finish, the balance of the metal being clean and bright with sharp edges and engraving. Grips are sound and smooth with all of their original finish and a small chip at right-side frame juncture. Action is crisp and smooth; bore is clean having very deep multi-groove rifling. Est.: $300-$500. (Antique)