December 17, 2026 The Estate Of Whitefoord Cole II: Firearms & Militaria
The live portion of this session begins on Thursday, December 17, 2026.
Lot #1227:
(A) J.C. REILLY PERCUSSION HOWDAH PISTOL
Produced by Joseph Charles Reilly (and later his son, Edward Michael Reilly) in London during the 19th century, typically between 1835 and 1850. London proofs on bottom of the barrels with the rib marked "JC Reilly 316 High Holborn, London". The lock is marked Reilly. Swivel mounted ramrod mounted beneath the barrels at muzzle. Fine scroll engraving on the hammer, locks and furniture. The stock has a horn forend cap, German-silver escutcheons, a checkered wrist, and a flared pommel. Belt hook mounted on left side. CONDITION: Barrels are a deep brown with prominent Damascus pattern, possibly an older restoration. Locks and trigger guard are an even silvered blue. Stocks have finish added. Mechanically excellent with a clean bore.
Caliber/Bore
.70 Smoothbore