Lot 5203

A pair of early percussion locks, probably England, circa 1825

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

Description

A left and a right percussion lock for a double-barrel rifle. The lockplates and hammers with floral engraving. The touch holes covered in platinum, the hammers with interchangeable piston-strikers. Mechanics complete. Length 11.8 cm each.
Two early specimens of percussion locks which were to be mounted onto flintlock barrels.

Provenance: Christie's London, The W. Keith Neal Collection, 18.07.2002, lot 103.

Condition: II + Questions about the lot?

General Information

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