Null An Austrian flintlock pistol by Rochus Wastl in Vienna, 1st half of the 18t…

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An Austrian flintlock pistol by Rochus Wastl in Vienna, 1st half of the 18th century Smooth bore barrel with cannon muzzle in 14 mm caliber, signed on top, spotty later finish, marked "2" on the tang. Flintlock, also signed on the lock plate. Slightly carved half stock (shortened?) with smooth brass furniture and escutcheon with plastered princely coat of arms. Iron ramrod. Length 34 cm. Condition: II - III

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An Austrian flintlock pistol by Rochus Wastl in Vienna, 1st half of the 18th century Smooth bore barrel with cannon muzzle in 14 mm caliber, signed on top, spotty later finish, marked "2" on the tang. Flintlock, also signed on the lock plate. Slightly carved half stock (shortened?) with smooth brass furniture and escutcheon with plastered princely coat of arms. Iron ramrod. Length 34 cm. Condition: II - III

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