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Antique Belgian Ring-Hammer Large Percussion Holster Pistol

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:210.00 USD
Antique Belgian Ring-Hammer Large Percussion Holster Pistol
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Antique Belgian Ring-Hammer Large Percussion Holster Pistol, NVSN, .69 cal., 10.75" tapered round barrel made without sights, marked "CHR. 2E. 133." at top flat of semi-octagonal breech, "GHD. 2E. 124" (struck thru) and oval "E/LG/(star)" Liege proof at left, has small sunken "(crown)" mark at tang; flat lockplate is marked with same small "(crown)" proof and "(crown)/M/49" ahead of ring hammer; fittings included 2-pc. brass trigger guard on iron floorplate, large oval buttcap with long upper tang, serpentine sideplate that joins with long rear tang of nosecap; stock of varnished hardwood. Mfg'd. ca. 1840s-60s, likely with bright finish. Condition is very good retaining cleaned bright iron, age toned brass, sharp edges and clear markings.  Stock is sound and smooth showing light use marks, most of what appears as original finish. 3-click action is crisp, smoothbore shows overall moderate erosion. Est.: $500-$750. (Antique)