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5143 - A percussion pistol with a hinged ramrod, Ferdinand Fruhwirth, circa 1850
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A percussion pistol with a hinged ramrod, Ferdinand Fruhwirth, circa 1850 Barrel flattened on the sides, tapering to a round profile, with a smooth bore in 17.5 mm caliber. Surface shows remnants of the original bluing; the top of the barrel is signed “Ferd Fruhwirth.” Exceptionally solid piston base. Percussion lock with a strong spring. Checkered solid walnut stock with brass fittings. Stock shows clear signs of wear. Iron hinged ramrod. Length 39 cm. According to Schuy: Single-shot Handguns of the Austrian Armed Forces, Mod. Tab. No. 44, p. 192: a rare military model whose purpose remains unclear to this day. Condition: II -
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Historical and Modern Firearms - IIAuction house
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