(A) PROFUSELY DECORATED MIDDLE EASTERN FLINTLOCK

11 - 3/4" round barrel with extensive damascened florals over muzzle and breach, measuring approximately 6" at breech and 2" at muzzle, with a simple gold line connector and diamond designs on the tang. Stepped lock with bridled pan and swan neck cock. Stock is decorated with extensive potmetal inlays with geometric designs and simple embossing. Trigger guard with floral and a floral finial. Buttcap with long stirrup straps. CONDITION: Good. Damascening is excellent with minimal losses, and of a later vintage than balance of gun. Barrel has a light brown patina with flashes of dove grey metal. Stock has numerous bumps, bruises, and cracks throughout. Inlaid decorations with a dark patina. Action does not work with cock not pulling back, bore is good with a minimum of oxidation. This pistol was likely made as a tourist piece and spruced up with damascened gold at a later point. EMW Barrel Length: 11 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .67 Caliber FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Balkan Model: Flintlock Serial Number: NSN