May 18, 2021 Early Arms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 5/18/2021
Both pistols feature brass barrels with three English proofs marks on left sides of the breeches and "LONDON" engraved on the tops. Both flat lock plates are engraved at the tails with bell flowers and are marked "SHARPE" in the centers. Brass furniture in the classic English export style, with simple engraved borders and designs. In addition, both have sheet brass nose bands at the muzzles. Both are complete with wooden ramrods. The pistols are stocked in figured maple and have no pommel caps. CONDITION: Barrels and furniture are polished. Markings on barrels are very good. One trigger guard is missing the ball finial at the tip. Locks are both professional reconversions and retain a brown surface. One functions properly, and one needs adjustment. Lock screws on one pistol have been replaced. Stocks show much original finish, with scattered marks from use and age cracks, and one showing some significant damage to the area around the foremost barrel pin. An attractive pair or tiger maple stocked pistols. DMG
Barrel Length
(A) 8 - 3/4" (B) 9"
Caliber/Bore
(A) .60 (B) .55
Manufacturer
(A) Sharpe (B) Sharpe
Model
(A) Kentucky (B) Kentucky
Serial Number
(A) NSN (B) NSN