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A Fine Cased Belgium made Flintlock Box-Lock Pistol with Spring Bayonet circa 1800

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The 12" long pistol itself has a brass frame and octagonal brass barrel with a flared muzzle. The spring bayonet is released by pulling back on the trigger guard. The stock is made of walnut with fine checkering and silver pin head decoration. There is a sliding safety. Both the frame and barrel have unidentified markings, although the Liege mark is quite clear. The case is made of highly figured rosewood and measures 14" by 9 1/2". The blue velvet lining is original but worn in places. Contained in the case are the following: steel bullet mold, patch cutter, rosewood cleaning rod with ivory knob, a cylindrical brass ball carrier, an ebony patch box with inlaid ivory lid, an oil can, a brass powder flask and an ivory mounted screwdriver. The lidded compartment contains extra lead balls and flints. Overall, an attractive cased pistol with all its' original accessories.

Category
Antique Firearms, Swords, and Militaria
Item No.
KFA-7158