Lot 5126

A French flintlock pistol by Boutet et fils in Versailles, circa 1810

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

Hammer price € 7,500

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Description

Octagonal barrel with micro-groove rifling in 12 mm calibre, the bore slightly rough and in need of cleaning, gold band inlays and several gold-lined marks at the muzzle and breech, signed on the left “Boutet et Fils”, in the middle number “357” (later?) and on the right “Versailles”. Also a gold-lined touch hole. Flintlock with hammer of typical form, signed again on the lockplate, cocking notch of the tumbler damaged, set trigger. Full stock with smooth iron furniture, only the sideplate with fine engraving. Wooden ramrod with brass tip. The barrel rubbed and slightly patinated, slight signs of age and use. Length 36 cm.

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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.