Lot 5677

A wheellock rifle by Ferdinand Reimer of Olmütz (Olomouc), circa 1710

Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms | A104aw | Live auction | 1078 Lots

Hammer price € 6,000

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Description

The octagonal barrel slightly constricted in the middle with five-groove rifled bore in 7 mm calibre. Dovetailed sights. The signature "Ferdinand Reimer" struck at the breech. The lock with internal wheel, the lock plate and cock finely engraved with floral ornaments. Set trigger, the release does not engage. The walnut full shaft with lavish inlays of engraved and blackened bone. Exquisite baroque floral and fruit décor engraved over the entire length. Minor defects here and there. Iron finger rests, the wooden ramrod replaced. Length 120.5 cm.

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General Information

The auction starts on Wednesday, May 07, 2025 at 10 am (CEST). Lot no. 5001 - 6079. The pre-sale view will take place from April 22 - to April 26 as well as on Friday May 2nd and Monday May 5th in our auction rooms at Bretonischer Ring 3 in 85630 Grasbrunn / Munich from 11 am to 5 pm (CEST). Please make an appointment if possible to avoid waiting times.