Lot 2984
A Swiss target crossbow, circa 1900
Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms | A109aw | Live auction | 1369 Lots
Description
Bright steel prod, sturdy bow mount in the form of a front-screwed plate with hook. Original textile bowstring. Walnut stock with bright steel mounts and rifle-style butt, iron bolt channel (two retaining screws replaced). Height- and laterally adjustable visor similar to the Vetterli rifle. Moving lock with simple folding trigger, nut for string retention missing (can be replaced, steel axle present). Prod pitted with minor pressure marks, as is the stock, signs of use and age. Length 78 cm, width of the bow 65.5 cm. Solid Swiss gunmaker's work in the style of the Bollinger crossbow.Condition: II Questions about the lot?
