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Wilson mkd Eng'd/Inlaid Georgian Flintlock Pistol

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:1,250.00 USD Estimated At:NA
Wilson mkd Eng'd/Inlaid Georgian Flintlock Pistol
Auction Location:

16600 Aston Street
Irvine, CA
Ornate Engraved and Inlaid Georgian Period Flintlock Pistol, marked ''Wilson'', (1750-1800), .68 cal., 7-3/4'' barrel, double engraved gold wash wedding band detail at muzzle, ornately wire inlaid walnut stock, with scrolls, Stand of Arms, and border details. Cast butt, sideplate and additional details at wrist of grip. Lock marked ''Wilson''. Silver-plated forend tip and ramrod sleeves and finial. Top of barrel over breech is relief carved with additional Stand of Arms motif and gold wash; inside of pan is also gold washed. As with many of these Wilson made ''Chieftain'' quality pistols, the Stand of Arms motif is repeated approx. six times throughout the pistol's decoration. Condition is excellent showing light patination to barrel but very little losses to gold wash or wire detail. Good precise functioning action with exquisite detail. Est.: $2,500-$3,500. (Antique)