(A) A MOST INTERESTING AMERICAN BOX LOCK PERCUSSION PISTOL OF ALLEN TYPE, FITTED WITH AN ENORMOUS BRASS BELL FOR USE IN STARTING SAILBOAT RACES.

This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 9/11/2019

The pistol itself is of Allen type. CONDITION: Pitted throughout, possibly from maritime use. Walnut two-piece grips have some wear. The large flaring brass bell with collar detached has old dark patination. Action is crisp. Bore disregarded. A fine pistol for the collector of firearms oddities. From the Robert Sadler Collection.

Name

Value

Barrel Length

2-1/2"

Caliber/Bore

FFL Status

Antique

Manufacturer

American

Model

Percussion

Serial Number