France - S.T à BU - double canon - SA - Percussion - Pistol - 12mm cal
Superb flintlock pistol, made during the second half of the 18th century, double-barrelled, converted to percussion under the July Monarchy regime. locks signed by S. T. to BU (Val de Loire - France) . - functional mechanism, hammer with two positions, clear percussion. - finely carved carefully selected walnut with gridded grips. - metal in its patina with homogeneous tanning (see photos) - finely engraved bronze trimmings - ‘sea bass’ shaped hammers. - with loading rod Pistol with small marks, signs of wear and ageing but still in exceptional condition. Superb piece from the late Louis XV period, early Louis XVI. Shipped with insured value and signature required upon delivery.
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Superb flintlock pistol, made during the second half of the 18th century, double-barrelled, converted to percussion under the July Monarchy regime. locks signed by S. T. to BU (Val de Loire - France) . - functional mechanism, hammer with two positions, clear percussion. - finely carved carefully selected walnut with gridded grips. - metal in its patina with homogeneous tanning (see photos) - finely engraved bronze trimmings - ‘sea bass’ shaped hammers. - with loading rod Pistol with small marks, signs of wear and ageing but still in exceptional condition. Superb piece from the late Louis XV period, early Louis XVI. Shipped with insured value and signature required upon delivery.