November 5th & 6th 2016 Premier Firearms Sale
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 11/5/2016
Octagonal smoothbore Damascus barrel, patent breech with silver band and rear notch sight. Marked “LONDON” on top flat. Flat flintlock lockplate engraved with scrolls and stiff-leaf border, waterproof pan and roller frizzen. Silver inlay marked “HOLLIS” in center. Silver and steel furniture, silver band engraved with stiff-leaf inlaid around butt and oval silver inlay on butt, silver nosecap and barrel key escutcheons. Steel ramrod ferrules and engraved spur triggerguard with pineapple finial, set trigger. Walnut half-stock with saw handle and checkered grip. Brass-tipped wooden ramrod. Excellent condition. Barrel retains 98% reapplied Damascus finish, lock retains a grey patina, rear of lock with dark areas. Rear ramrod thimble with some pitting and wear. Stock very good with some minor scattered marks from use. Tip of saw handle extension has been replaced, possibly during period of use or when made.