December 17, 2026 The Estate Of Whitefoord Cole II: Firearms & Militaria
The live portion of this session begins on Thursday, December 17, 2026.
Lot #1277:
(A) BRACE OF BELGIAN FLINTLOCK TRADE PISTOLS WITH DECORATED SADDLE HOLSTERS.
Both standard Liege-produced trade pistols. One lock marked "TOWER" at tail and with crown in center of lock. Brass mounts with lanyard loops on pommel caps. Plain walnut stocks with no ramrods and tapered forends. Associated saddle holsters painted with floral designs. CONDITION: Pistols good with grey patina on all steel components. Brass mounts retain a mustard patina. Stocks show scattered marks from use. Section holding holsters together is modern. Paint on holsters shows crazing and fading. One holster with hole from cock, both some losses. An attractive pair with holsters that make a great display.
Caliber/Bore
(BOTH) .70 Smoothbore
Manufacturer
(A) Tower (B) Unknown
Model
(BOTH) Flintlock Pistol