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LOT 1088
Cased Flintlock 'Knife and Fork' Gun Pair
19TH CENTURY A.D.
11 3/4 x 5 1/4 in. (1.31 kg total, case 30 x 13 cm).
A pair of smooth-bore flintlock pistols of about 5mm bore formed as a knife and fork (two tines) set; with steel blades (the knife with a profile bust maker's mark) with the pistols contained within the brass foliate engraved handles, firing to the rear; each fitted with finely made steel single action flintlock mechanism to sides; contained in the original velvet-lined mahogany case with hinged lid and brass catches; actions in working order.
Provenance
Acquired Peter Wilson Auction, 2020, lot 13.
Property of a Kent collector.
Accompanied by lot ticket.
Footnotes
Sold as an exempt item under Section 58 (2) of the Firearms Act, 1968, to be held as a curiosity or ornament. No license required but buyer must be over 18 years of age.
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