Lot 1086
Attractive English Flintlock Boxlock Pocket Pistol. London, England, c. 1770-1780. This pistol made by Ketland & Co. of London, consisting of engraved box lock action, decorated with draped swags with makers name beneath on one side, and "London" on the other. Gun also with plain screw-off barrel of 1-1/2" length, sliding top safety catch, external frizzen spring, folding trigger, and fitted walnut slab-sided butt. Overall length 5-1/2". On underside of barrel breech, royal viewing and proofing marks. In very fine condition, with only minor bruising to wood; the metal with even black-brown patina, a few trivial rough spots here and there.
The gunmakers, Ketland & Co. of London, were in operation from 1760-1804.
Estimated Value $400 - 500.
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| Realized $863 |
