Lot 7238
A fine percussion pistol by Wilhelm August Edel in Leipzig, circa 1840
Fine Antique and Modern Firearms | A102s | Live auction | 94 Lots
Description
Heavy octagonal barrel of blued Damascus steel with slightly flared muzzle. Rifled with seven grooves in 12 mm calibre. Dovetail front sight, adjustable rear sight. On the top of the barrel the gold-inlaid signature "A.W.EDEL" between silver-inlaid scrolling foliage. The snail in the form of a dragon's head. The lower end of the barrel and tang finely inlaid with silver and gold scrolling foliage. Finely engraved lock with profuse gold and silver inlays, the lock plate inscribed "in Leipzig". Dolphin-shaped hammer. Trigger with adjustable set trigger. Finely chiselled walnut full stock with dark horn nose. The ramrod holder in the form of a lion's head set with glass eyes. Buttstock with fine chequering and scrollwork. Finely carved buttcap of dark horn. Richly engraved iron mounts with gold- and silver-damascened décor. Wooden ramrod with bone tip. Length 39 cm.Condition: II + Questions about the lot?
