1st May, 2024 10:00
Maritime & Militaria with Antiques and Collectors' Items (Liverpool)
WEATHERHEAD, WALTERS & CO, DERBY; a 19th century 120 bore over/under turnover percussion cap pocket pistol with 1.5" turn-off barrels rotating on a central pivot, muzzle cut for key, box lock stamped with maker's details within ornate foliate scrollwork, top dolphin hammer with knurled spur and push-in safety with retractable trigger, Birmingham proof marks and mounted on walnut grip, with rectangular inset white metal poinçon with canted corners, barrels numbered 2 and 3 with matching stamps to the receiver, overall length 15cm.
Sold for £380
WEATHERHEAD, WALTERS & CO, DERBY; a 19th century 120 bore over/under turnover percussion cap pocket pistol with 1.5" turn-off barrels rotating on a central pivot, muzzle cut for key, box lock stamped with maker's details within ornate foliate scrollwork, top dolphin hammer with knurled spur and push-in safety with retractable trigger, Birmingham proof marks and mounted on walnut grip, with rectangular inset white metal poinçon with canted corners, barrels numbered 2 and 3 with matching stamps to the receiver, overall length 15cm.
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Overall good condition, barrels are slightly loose on central pivot, nipples corroded otherwise appears to be in ok condition, barrels seized, holds at half cock and safety appears functional, fires from full cock position with strong spring tension.
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Auction: Maritime & Militaria with Antiques and Collectors' Items (Liverpool), 1st May, 2024
Viewing
Tuesday 30th April 2024 from 10.00am to 5.30pm
Closing date: 27th March 2024
The Liverpool Saleroom
18 Jordan Street
Liverpool
L1 0BP
0151 709 8070
liverpool@adampartridge.co.uk
