Lot 3258
A cased pair of percussion pistols, Franz Rinspacher in Munich, circa 1820
Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms | A109aw | Live auction | 1366 Lots
Description
Browned, octagonal barrels with fourteen-groove rifled, bright bores in 13 mm calibre. Signed “Fr Rinspacher in Munich” at the breeches. Case-hardened tangs with adjustable rear sights. Case-hardened lock plates, inscribed “Rieger in Munich”. Converted percussion locks with French set triggers. Slightly carved half-stocks of walnut with iron furniture and engraved butt caps. Silver-lined barrel wedges and silver plaques on the left sides, inscribed “1” and “2” respectively. Length of each 40 cm. Walnut case with burr wood-veneered lidded top. Dimensions 34 x 47 x 8 cm.350120
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