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19TH CENTURY UNWIN AND RODGERS PERCUSSION PISTOL-CLASP KNIFE
Sold
€400
Timed Auction
Fine Militaria & Weapons Auction
Location
T17C
Description
Description: the octagonal barrel stamped with both "B.C.P. (Bermingham Proof Company)" and "V." beneath crossed sceptres and crown, with hammer action and polished horn scales running the length of the gun frame,, the concealed folding trigger set between two blades, the larger of which etched with a rocaille pattern and the words "SELF - PROJECTOR", the butt fitted with twin slots, one containing a pair of steel tweezers, as well as a lidded compartment for the storage of reserve caps, 4.5 x 17 x 2cm
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Note: Please Note: Buyers Fees are as follows Buyers Premium 20% + VAT Online Fee 5% + VAT (VAT is the standard rate 23%)
Condition
Fair - tarnishing to blades and chips to larger blade; neither blade locks into place in the forward position; empty slot opposite tweezers suggests a missing accoutrement; superficial wear consistent with age
