Guns International #: 101912442
Seller's Inventory #: Ketland Brass Barrel Ship Captain Pistol
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Guns International #: 101912442
Category - Antique Pistols - Percussion
- Antique Pistols - 1500-1850
Ketland Brass Barrel Ship Captain Pistol
Description: A very good .69 cal.,with a 8 1/2” barrel with a swamped muzzle and an about very good bore showing moderate verdigris throughout. The Ketland & Co. marked lockplate, hammer, bolster and barrel tang are toning to lightly-oxidized gray patina with some overall pinprick pitting. The brass barrel, triggerguard and mountings have aged to an attractive warm goldenrod patina with a few scattered light handling marks and spots of light tarnish. The top of the breech is marked “LONDON” while the left quarter flat bears Birmingham proofs and the left breech flat is marked with a Belgian proof. These were used by Ship Captains to quell a mutiny, poiting this huge muzzle atthe crew and the bore filled with rusty nails and ball. The smooth European walnut stock rates about very good plus with a repaired chip and repaired crack in the right wood line, a couple chips at the toe of the triggerguard tang and at the base of its spear-shaped front extension and a few light handling marks. The stock flats retain nice edges with a “4” clearly stamped on the left stock flat and ahead of the triggerguard. There is a small wedge of geometric engraving on the bow of the triggerguard, a serpentine sideplate, oval monogram plate on the top of the wrist, a period hardwood ramrod is included and the action is strong and crisp. A handsome 19th century Captain's pistol. When buying a gun always have it examined by a competent gunsmith before shooting. To buy a gun from me you must get a direct email for me, with details, and shipping cost. We don’t have a web site .I prefer money orders or a check. Item ships when funds come in. I try to keep guns affordable, which means I make less money than most dealers. You won’t get altitude sickness, or nose bleed, with my prices! I consistently have the best selection of older guns If you attempt to buy, you must still contact us for details . Best to email to buy. Sometimes a local person can stop buy and purchase before the gun is removed. Sometimes not home to get calls. Some guns are required shipment to a gun dealer near you for a transfer to you when it arrives. Otherwise many older or black powder guns ship to your door. With the widest selection of older guns at great prices, We don’t have a store, and sell on the internet only. I’m easy to get along with. Thank You[JB1] [JB1] . Price: $895.00 Antique: Yes Contact Seller |
Guns International #: 101912442
Seller's Inventory #: Ketland Brass Barrel Ship Captain Pistol
Guns International #: 101912442
Seller's Inventory #: Ketland Brass Barrel Ship Captain Pistol