Lot 2142
A German or Dutch all-metal flintlock pistol, circa 1640/50
Fine Antique and Modern Firearms | A89s | Live auction | 1043 Lots
Hammer price € 4,400
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Two-stage smooth-bore barrel, octagonal then round, in 15 mm calibre. Hollow-forged shaft, the lock with an external frizzen spring. The cock mechanism with main spring, attached openly on the right side. Openwork butt cap. Iron ramrod inset below the barrel. Length 47 cm.A rare, early all-metal flintlock pistol, similar to those produced by Jan Cloeter of Düsseldorf.
Provenance: Hermann Historica, auction 50, lot 2770.
Condition: II Questions about the lot?