Lot 5070

A German or Dutch all-metal flintlock pistol, circa 1640/50

Fine Antique and Modern Firearms | A83s | Live auction | 725 Lots

Description

Two-stage smooth-bore barrel, octagonal then round, in 15 mm calibre. Hollow-forged shaft, the lock with an external frizzen spring. The cock mechanism with main spring, attached openly on the right side. Openwork butt cap. Iron ramrod inset below the barrel. Length 47 cm.
A rare, early all-metal flintlock pistol, similar to those produced by Jan Cloeter of Düsseldorf.

Provenance: Hermann Historica, auction 50, lot 2770.

Condition: II Questions about the lot?

General Information

The auction includes 726 lots and starts on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2020 at 10 am (CET). Lot no. 5001 - 5727. The pre-sale viewing will take place from Oct. 18 - 21 and Oct. 28 - 31, 2020 from 2 to 6 pm (CET). However, the number of participants for both auction and viewing is limited due to Covid-19 restrictions and requires an appointment. Bring your favourite breathing mask! Prior to any visit please check our website - we'll update it as soon as the situation changes.