Lot 4028
A pair of converted double-barreled percussion pistols, Johann Andreas Kuchenreuter in Regensburg, around 1800
Historical and Modern Firearms | A109s | Live auction | 1727 Lots
Description
Cal. .48(BlackPowder), SN. Ohne, octagonal side-by-side Damascus barrels with smooth, nearly bright bores in 12.2 mm calibre, the muzzles recessed. Above each chamber a gold-lined gunmaker's mark. On the barrels silver inlaid signature “Joh. And. Kuchenreiter” and “an Regensburg”, surrounded by floral silver inlays. Between the barrels a screwed-in Damascus rib with silver front sights. Folding brass rear sights with traces of original gilding, engraved “1” and “2” respectively. Converted percussion locks, signed again in front of the hammers. Half-cock notches unreliable, locks somewhat sticky. Double set triggers. Finely cut full stocks with silver mounts, silver ovals surrounded by silver wire inlays, the ovals engraved with crown, antlers and a cross. Pistol “2” with professional repair above oval and pistol “1” with a repaired crack at the wrist. Horn ramrods with silver tips, minor worm damage. Length 38 cm each. Johann Andreas Kuchenreuter (1758–1808) was court gunsmith to the Nobles of Thurn and Taxis.WBK: Attention - For this gun we will need to obtain an export license for you, based on your import permit (if needed in your country) or through your firearms dealer - more info here
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