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3112 - A wheel lock pistol for enlisted men of the Saxon Electorate Palace Life Guard (2nd model), dated 1589
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A wheel lock pistol for enlisted men of the Saxon Electorate Palace Life Guard (2nd model), dated 1589 Octagonal barrel tapering to a round shape, with remnants of the original bluing. Smooth bore, 16 mm caliber. One barrel above the chamber bears the stamped date “1589,” a mark (lion with an arrow), and next to it the monogram “HR,” likely Hans Rubens in Dresden. Lock with an external, encapsulated wheel and folding safety catches. Spring-loaded pan cover with a trigger button. The lock plate is marked with an “M.” Finely checkered stock made of blackened walnut with inlays of engraved and blackened bone. Silver plaque inlaid on the pommel, featuring a finely etched warrior’s head among leaf tendrils. Wooden ramrod with an engraved bone ferrule; on the opposite end, an iron threaded sleeve. Length 56 cm. Condition: II +
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Armor, Edged Weapons, and Antique Firearms - IIAuction house
Hermann Historica +49 8 95 47 26 490 contact@hermann-historica.comDelivery is optional. You can use the carrier of your choice. The stated price does not include the lot price or the auction house fees.