2023 Rock Island Auction Company. 34 and a walnut handled combination turn screw. See Auction Information for full details. Malherbe Flintlock Pistol Very Fine Cased Pair of Extra Long At the time of arranging for the phone bids, the Telephone Bidder need simply give the maximum amounts he or she is willing to bid on each lot in the event RIAC is unable to reach the Telephone Bidder. The lock plates are marked ""L. Lecomte"" on both. If you have comments or questions about this object record, please complete and submit this form. purchased at auction be examined by a competent gunsmith. Harpers Ferry 1807 Flintlock .58 cal. The 30 day return period will not be extended due to delay in payment or delay in receipt of the goods. Shipping charges will be based upon what it costs RIAC to ship the purchased lots to the purchaser. Please check the status of your state before you bid or purchase to be sure of your eligibility to own and possess a Class III firearm as the laws continue to change. Walnut grips are in fine condition. Very unusual cocking mechanism. If packing and handling of purchased lots is done by RIAC, it is done entirely at the risk of the purchaser. All our Antique Pistols can be bought with no licence and sent straight to your door. The refinished stock is also very good and has some dings and worn spots in the otherwise distinct checkering, some faint hairline cracks and repairs in the forend, hammering marks on the butt, and general dings and scratches throughout. The Barrels are marked in gold Acier Fonda"which is French for. They have long eared buttcaps, fine carved stocks with raised carving around trigger guards, gold decoration on the 5 1/2"" barrels. The, "This is a very nice pair of cannon muzzle, turn-off barrel, center hammer, wire-decorated stocks with grotesque head butt cap percussion pistols by Freeman of London. Any bidder or purchaser agrees that the election of restricting any and all claims to Arbitration is a voluntary decision and is evidenced by the bidder or purchasers participation in the auction. The poem later references him again and notes, "This death we lay not, Wogdon to thy blame; Cullum must have his fame as well as you. One report may be all you need. Acceptance of a bidder card or a bidder number constitutes acceptance of the following terms and conditions of sale. INTEREST AND DEFAULT. Purchasers who act as agents for FFL dealers must have a letter of agency as well as a signed copy of the dealers FFL. Web"Excellent Cased Pair Of Flintlock Pistols by John Manton (AH8168) Description: "Made circa 1810-1820. If the Auctioneer recognizes such bidding or is advised of same, the Auctioneer reserves the right to withdraw any or all items consigned by the offending consignor. All rights reserved. Franois Pirmet (French, Paris, recorded 17791818), Mount maker: A 3-day waiting period is mandatory for modern handguns and modern long arms. If RIAC declares an opening bid and no advance to that bid is received RIAC will pass the item. Use of any firearm or ammunition purchased at RIAC is entirely at the users risk. One has an excellent bore, the other has two pits in the bore. (23.8 cm); Cal. A representative of RIAC will contact the bidder on the day of the sale, prior to the requested lot(s) going up for sale. 1768. https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/23050. This amount is only utilized if the Telephone Bidder is not on the phone with his or her representative. RIAC does not accept liability for the inability to ship the purchased items or if such item(s) is (are) confiscated by state or federal officials prior to their shipment or transport to the successful bidder. Malherbe -A) P.J. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: pistols are housed in their original Mahogany case with moulded edges and duel hook closure. The outworkers involved in the manufacture were Mr Lewis who was the Breecher, Ribber and Screwer-together, and Mr Dennis, the Stocker. Despite being bulky and notoriously inaccurate with a short effective range, the flintlock musket caused substantial casualties for more than two centuries. 28.196.1a, b, .2al. A discussion of the poem in "The Critical Review; or, Annals of Literature" from 1782 notes, "The artist to whom these stanzas are inscribed is famous for his skill in making pistols, whose aim is remarkably true" and notes the lines "No one can tell how short he shall remain, If honour calls and Wogdon bids him die" as among the best in the poem. WebLot 2554. 23. The remaining furniture is iron and includes classic English engraving, including fine pineapple finials on the trigger guards. FINANCIAL INTEREST IN PROPERTY. Their actual history is more involved. 1795, No. He is listed in Stockel as working in Wasungen (Thuringia) Germany 1710-175, "Pair of Belgian Flintlock Turn Off Barrel pistols. "Pair of Belgian muff pistols with ivory grips. This pair is in very fine condition with most of the original finish. Each purchaser at this auction grants RIAC a security interest in the property purchased. WebTitle: Cased Pair of Flintlock Pistols with Accessories Lock maker: Franois Pirmet (French, Paris, recorded 17791818) Mount maker: Silver mounts hallmarked by Nicolas BY PARTICIPATING IN TELEPHONE BIDDING, THE BIDDER AND PURCHASER UNDERSTAND, ACKNOWLEDGE AND CONSENT TO THE TELEPHONE CONVERSATION BEING RECORDED. (110.5 A Marketplace Facilitator is a business that contracts with sellers to facilitate the sale of tangible goods and administers all aspects of the transaction. 4. Preview days can be arranged by calling 800-238-8022. To establish a tax free sale, a copy of a valid resellers permit or other instrument or information establishing a sales tax exemption, as required by the applicable state, must be provided to RIACs satisfaction. RIAC reserves the right to purchase the outside shippers insurance, to be self-insured, or a combination of both. (20.3 cm); L. of each barrel 3 7/8 in. The box lock a, "Very fine pair. Very good overall condition. (1050 g), Hunting Sword of Prince Camillo Borghese (17751832), Cased Set of a Flintlock Rifle, a Pair of Pistols, and Accessories, Double-Barrel Breech-Loading Pinfire Shotgun. These guns are in .46 caliber with 4 " barrels. Wonderful High Quality Pair of Flintlock Duelling Pistols by Robert McCormick of Dublin With Case. (9.8 cm); Wt. The lock, hammer, These maybeFrench, not sure. coll. The approx. Pair of Double-Barreled Flintlock Pistols. Cased Pair of Flintlock Pistols with Accessories, Silver mounts hallmarked by Nicolas Nol Boutet (French, Versailles and Paris, 17611833), Steel, gold, wood (walnut, mahogany), silver, tortoiseshell, velvet, L. of each pistol 15 1/4 in. WebVery Fine Cased Pair of Extra Long Gold and Silver Inlaid and Engraved Flintlocks Pistols by P.J. The flintlock pistols are similar to the pair used in the famous 1804 duel in which Alexander Hamilton was mortally wounded by Aaron Burr. Underlever openers with side hamme, "NSN. Rogers Fund, 1928, Accession Number: French court gunsmith Marin le Bourgeoys created the first flintlock musket with a true flintlock mechanism for King Louis XIII shortly after he ascended the throne in 1610. If the item is picked-up from the RIAC facility or shipped to an Illinois address, Illinois sales tax of 8.5% will be collected. RIAC must again reiterate the guarantee is only on the bold headline of the description and RIAC will only honor this guarantee within 30 days of an auction. Rock Island Auction Facility at 7819 42nd Street West, Rock Island, Illinois. Possibly Fleury Montagny French, On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 375. The locks bear Pirmet's name, but the silver mounts are hallmarked by his contemporary Nicolas Nol Boutet. To establish a tax free sale, a copy of a valid resellers permit or other instrument or information establishing a sales tax exemption, as required by the applicable state, must be provided to RIACs satisfaction. Any notices, posted or oral, during the sale, are also part of our terms and conditions of sale agreement. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. Percussion pi, "Pair of British Brass Barrel Pistols Converted from Flintlocks. Muzzle-loading flash-powder weapons fired by a piece of flint striking cold steel, antique flintlock pistols are some of the most basic firearms in existence. Stocks of dark root European walnut have fully checkered long bag grips ending in engraved steel caps. In addition, if the purchaser utilizes RIACs live bidding platform RIAC Live, there will be an additional 1% of the hammer price added to the buyers premium. Should Mediation not settle the dispute between the parties the purchaser and RIAC agree that any dispute or claim, in law or equity, resulting from the participation in the auction or any resulting transaction shall be settled in neutral binding arbitration utilizing the standards of American Arbitration Association and must be initiated and carried out in Rock Island County, State of Illinois. The delicately carved grips appear to be made of ebony with inset boxwood plaques. Brass frames are marked ""D. Egg"" on left side and ""London"" on right. Pair of Belgian Flintlock turn off barrel pistols with hideout" belt/holster rig. If a lot fails to achieve a bid equal to or exceeding 25 30% of the low estimate, the item may be passed and not sold and may not be re-offered until a later sale. Keith Neal Collection. Paris. Stocked to the muzzles and with fully checkered bag-handled grips and with vacant silver escutcheons atop wrists. The Class 3 dealer then prepares a Form 4 transfer to the buyer. The other, also with worm tail, has large brass tip. Due to rights restrictions, this image cannot be enlarged, viewed at full screen, or downloaded. Part (pistol length): 15 7/8 in. As a service to anyone wishing to place bids in advance of the sale RIAC may accept bids on behalf of potential bidders at RIACs own discretion by telephone or sealed bid using the forms RIAC provides. This is not an aggregate percentage on the total items bid, but rather a per item percentage rate. of each pistol 2 lb. 22. State with no sales tax for Marketplace Facilitators: Missouri (Prior to 1/1/2023). RIAC will attempt to ship as soon as possible; however, due to RIACs high volume of absentee bids, shipping can take up to two weeks after full payment is received. Researching more than one vehicle? Malherbe -A) P.J. 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RIAC makes no warranties or representations whatsoever and no employee or consultant of RIAC has the authority to do otherwise, concerning the operation of firing condition, fitness for use, safety to store, or reliability, of any firearm, ammunition, or parts. The purchaser acknowledges that should the purchaser not comply with any of the terms and conditions of sale, including payment of the full amount indicated on the buyers invoice, the damages incurred by RIAC includes, without limitation, consignor commission, loss of use of money for an indefinite period, costs to relist the item and potential depreciation of the item, and loss arising on the resale of the lot, whether such damages are now known or may become known in the future. RIAC will not charge any labor charges for shipping. The pistols are now displayed at Fort Ligonier in Additionally, these items may be subject to confiscation by state or federal officials if the proper documentation authorizing their sale is not produced. Dimensions: L. of each 18 11/16 in. Accordingly, in the event the purchaser fails to pay the full amount indicated on the buyers invoice within 45 days after the auction, purchaser shall be immediately liable for liquidated damages in an amount equal to 30% of the amount on the buyers invoice. Jean Lepage (French, Paris, 17461834), Engraver: Malherbe Flintlock Pistol Philippe Joseph Malherbe owned a substantial gunmaking enterprise in You may contact the seller directly to discuss your status. French, Paris, Medium: This bidding will not generally constitute opening bidding. They are finished in the white with beautiful 50 caliber Damascus barrels. Flintlock pistols enjoy continuing popularity with both collectors and black-powder shooting enthusiasts. 4.3 oz. There is not a transfer fee to the buyer at that time. SPECIAL NOTE: If you are an SOT (Special Occupation Tax) payer (Class 3 dealer) you are able to transfer functional NFA firearms to or from other SOT payers and government agencies with BATFE approval, but without having to pay a transfer tax. 2.6 oz. Stock is ebony. Additionally, on-line bidding is available on RIACs website. Good sized at overall length of 20 inches and they come in a dual holster. https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/23052. WebCased Pair of Flintlock Dualing Pistols by Old Barn Auction Est: $40 - $1,000 $475 10 Bids Mar 20, 10:00 AM GMT * A CASED PAIR OF 28-BORE PERCUSSION DUELLING PISTOLS BY BLANCH, LONDON, no visible serial numbers, by Holts Auctioneers Est: 3,000 - 5,000 2,801 1 Bid Sellers Who Sell Dueling Pistols Holts Auctioneers Old Locks are engraved with stand of arms on tails, feather bursts behind fences and other sprays of minor scroll, some of which surround McCormick engraved on gold ovals under pans. RIAC is a Marketplace Facilitator (as defined in the applicable regulations for each state) for purposes of collecting and submitting sales tax for each applicable state. CLASS 3. More Ways To Browse Renaissance Pair Wood All packages are sent with adult signature required. 20002023 The Metropolitan Museum of Art. RIAC will have no further obligation, i.e., no refunds or returns will be accepted, if the above conditions are not met. Each has a 7 7/8"" round 68 caliber. 9. CASED PAIR Flintlock Pistols by THOMAS CLARK EXETER CHANGE LONDON DUELING Lovely Early 19-Century Matched Set! One gun has, "Pair of French side by side pocket pistols. (17.5 cm); Wt. Nicolas-Noel Boutet (French 1761-1833) A Cased Pair of Flintlock Pistols by Nicolas-Noel Boutet (2) Provenance. Made for the Duke of Cambridge. This determination of whether to sell the item at the current auction or re-offer it at a later auction is at the sole discretion of the Auctioneer. The indelible image of a pirate is a scruffy cutthroat brandishing a cutlass and a flintlock pistol while yelling, "Arrgh, matey!" Absolutely beautiful guns with very He then moved to Dublin and pistols are known to be dated 1796. The custom fitted case has a later three-compartment powder flasks, balls, and an original section from the ramrod of gun "A." Barrel length 12" and overall length 19 ". of each pistol 1 lb. RIAC has the sole discretion to determine what is considered good funds. 14. Date Created: ca. (11.7 mm); Wt. The overall length is approx. (20.3 cm); L. of each barrel 3 7/8 in. 15 oz. The first one is 22 caliber with 10-3/4 inch barrel. Ex. RIAC buys items on the open market or may offer a guarantee to a consignor. RESERVES. Grips are good. Web"Excellent Cased Pair Of Flintlock Pistols by John Manton (AH8168) GI#: 102181503 "Made circa 1810-1820. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that he is aware of the restriction and takes responsibility in obtaining and paying for any license or permits relevant to delivery of the item(s). Each pistol is approx. 2. Retain about 90% of the barrel blue. If the purchased lots are not picked up and storage fees paid to RIAC, the items will be sold pursuant to the Illinois Labor and Storage Lien Act, 770 ILCS 45/0.01 et seq. The Auctioneer may reject nominal bids, which are small opening bids or very nominal advances made with the purpose of disparaging an item. Used as self-defense weapons and as military arms, flash powder-fired flintlock pistols like the Ketland brass barrel smooth bore pistol were common in colonial America. See "A." No further tax is due. Trigger guards are well sculpt, The best I have ever seen. Email: [emailprotected]. Purchasers acknowledge that by bidding absentee via mail, e-mail, telephone, through internet providers, or any other absentee means (i.e., not in person bidding), no fiduciary duty exist between the bidder and RIAC. Possibly Fleury Montagny (French, born St. Etienne, February 4, 1760died 1836, Marseilles), Culture: (73.7 g); case (28.196.6c); H. 3 7/16 in. 11. In the event Purchaser pays by check and the check is returned due to insufficient funds, stopped payment, closed account, or for any other reason, and Purchaser already has possession of the property, such possession of the property will be deemed theft by deception and/or theft under 18 U.S.C.