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FRENCH 1837 NAVY PERCUSSION PISTOL.

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:250.00 USD Estimated At:500.00 - 800.00 USD
FRENCH 1837 NAVY PERCUSSION PISTOL.
Cal. 60. NSN. Bbl. 6 1/2". Lock has Chatellerault marking. Tang marked "Mle 1837". Brass grip cap, trigger guard nosecap. Grip cap has anchor marking & lanyard ring. Balance of metal has bright finish. Belt hook present on left side. Lock is functional when hand cycled. Walnut stock. Swivel ramrod present. CONDITION: stock appears refinished long ago w/ some scattered chips, dings & handling wear. Brass parts appear cleaned long ago but are turning dull w/ scattered oxidation, scratches & some dings. Balance of metal was cleaned to bright w/ scattered oxidation, dings & some pitting. Very good bright bore w/ some light oxidation. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (01-24733/MJC). ANTIQUE. $500-800.