Null A German flintlock pistol, circa 1780
Smooth bore barrel in 11.5 mm calibe…

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A German flintlock pistol, circa 1780 Smooth bore barrel in 11.5 mm caliber, flintlock with unassociated cock, full stock with horn nose cap (pitting) and engraved brass furniture. Ramrod with brass tip. Signs of age and use, weak action spring (recapped), reworked lock mechanism. Length 40 cm. Condition: II - III

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A German flintlock pistol, circa 1780 Smooth bore barrel in 11.5 mm caliber, flintlock with unassociated cock, full stock with horn nose cap (pitting) and engraved brass furniture. Ramrod with brass tip. Signs of age and use, weak action spring (recapped), reworked lock mechanism. Length 40 cm. Condition: II - III

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