December 17, 2026 The Estate Of Whitefoord Cole II: Firearms & Militaria
The live portion of this session begins on Thursday, December 17, 2026.
Lot #1265:
(A) WILLIAM ELLIS SIDE BY SIDE PERCUSSION HOWDAH PISTOL
Antique side by side percussion pistol from William Ellis of 61 James St. London. Features "(Crown) / V" and "(Crown) / P" proofs with makers name on the underside of barrels. Hooked breech construction. Swivel ramrod. Lock plates, trigger guard, and ramrod pipes are engraved. English walnut stock with German silver oval on wrist. Nitre blued sliding safety behind each hammer. Very high end construction with beautiful finishes. CONDITION: Stocks have had finish added, case colors on both locks are very vivid. Engraving is very prominent with very little wear. Browning on the barrels are very strong with prominent Damascus patterns. Bores are bright and smooth. Mechanically excellent.
Manufacturer
William Ellis