October 30, 2019 The Collection of Steve & Marcy Hench
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/30/2019
This pair of early French pistols are in as found condition with dark patina overall. The two stage barrels have a top flats and octagonal breech sections, both are unmarked. The early flat lock plates have partially visible traces of engraving at the tails and both feature detached pans. Both cocks still have their period flints in the jaws. The iron mounted furniture includes: full side plates with traces of engraving and typical French trigger guards. The butt caps have full stirrups. The walnut stocks feature relief carved panels around the locks and side plates and more ornate designs around the barrel tang and ramrod entry ferrules. CONDITION: Both pistols were shortened during their period of use. The pistols retain a dark patina overall and show some wear and scattered freckling. Both forends have minor restoration at the muzzle. Which has been professionally done and is nearly invisible. Both locks are in their original flintlock configuration and both horn-tipped ramrods appear to be original. Some minor losses to the foremost ferrules. This pair is a good representation of what was used in America during the French and Indian War. Provenance: Bill Dykes, Frank Kobilis.
Barrel Length
7 - 1/2", Both
Caliber/Bore
.62 Smoothbore, Both