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High Quality European Perc. Holster/Belt Pistol

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:150.00 USD
High Quality European Perc. Holster/Belt Pistol
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Antique High Quality European Percussion Holster or Belt Pistol, having a unique side safety lever, with accompanying wood carrying case, NVSN, .52 cal., 8.25'' octagonal barrel, with a dovetailed brass blade front sight (unmarked), two silver bands at breech, and tang engraved with a bee (which might offer a clue as to its maker); engraved serpentine lockplate is fitted with a hinged safety lever that prevents the hammer from falling on the nipple when it is flipped up; ''wing''-shaped engraved iron sideplate; engraved iron triggerguard with pineapple front finial and a long rear tang; two engraved and fluted iron ferrules retain the iron tulip-head ramrod; horn nosecap; varnished European walnut fullstock with finely checkered panels at both sides of wrist, has a raised carved oval panel at butt capped with a scroll- engraved iron plate. Condition is very good. Metal surfaces are a dark gunmetal gray-brown patina showing scattered discoloration (silver barrel bands are tarnished nearly black). Stock is sound, showing scattered marks and dings of age and use and a professional wood repair at right muzzle, retaining most of its original varnish finish and sharp checkering. Action is smooth; smoothbore is clean with a patch of light etching. Hobbyist-made hardwood case lined in red velvet shows minor handling marks. Est.: $300-$450. (Antique)