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Antique Sgl Shot Cartridge Target Pistol, by Genez

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:475.00 USD Estimated At:NA
Antique Sgl Shot Cartridge Target Pistol, by Genez
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Antique Single Shot Cartridge Target Pistol, by August G. Genez, New York, NVSN, approx. .22 RF cal., 8.25'' blued octagonal barrel marked ''A.G. Genez N.Y. Maker'', dovetailed blued steel front and rear sights, iron furniture having delicate border engraving and engraved screw heads, unusual flat hammer with large finely-checkered thumbpiece, fluted and carved walnut halfstock with lovely fluted buttcap. Located at 9 Chambers Street in New York City, Genez made a wide variety of firearms circa 1850 to 1875, including this beautifully crafted pistol made in the European style. Condition is near excellent retaining most original barrel blue, the balance of the metal having a smooth and pleasing iron color. Stock retains most of the original varnish showing only minor wear and marks. Action is crisp and tight, bore is shiny with good rifling. Est.: $950-$1,750. (Antique)