Lot 5673
A German paddle-stock wheellock carbine, circa 1660
Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms | A104aw | Live auction | 1078 Lots
Hammer price € 4,800
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The slender, octagonal, smooth bore barrel slightly constricted in the middle, in 16.5 mm calibre. Dovetailed sights in iron and brass. The lock fitted with an external wheel, the wheel mount and cock engraved and in the shape of an animal. Pitting on some of the surfaces. The pan with a sliding lid, the spring is missing. The slightly carved walnut full stock with a bone nose. Fine wire inlays in white bronze, a depiction of a bird on the side opposite the lock. Bone-tipped wooden ramrod. Length 138 cm.Condition: II - Questions about the lot?
