Null A percussion pistol and a powder flask, circa 1800
Smooth bore barrel in 1…

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A percussion pistol and a powder flask, circa 1800 Smooth bore barrel in 10 mm caliber, converted percussion lock (lock action defective), reworked full stock with iron furniture. Wooden ramrod with bone tip. Length 27 cm. Comes with a brass-mounted powder horn with incorrectly replaced chute. Various signs of age and use. Length 27 cm (pistol) and 19 cm (powder horn). Condition: III - IV

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A percussion pistol and a powder flask, circa 1800 Smooth bore barrel in 10 mm caliber, converted percussion lock (lock action defective), reworked full stock with iron furniture. Wooden ramrod with bone tip. Length 27 cm. Comes with a brass-mounted powder horn with incorrectly replaced chute. Various signs of age and use. Length 27 cm (pistol) and 19 cm (powder horn). Condition: III - IV

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