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NY Antique J.G. SYMS .46 Caliber Target Pistol Mid-19th Century Target Pistol with Single Set Trigger Guns International #: 101291244 Seller's Inventory #: 191042 Category: Handguns - American Pistols - Antique Pistols - Target Seller's Information When emailing or calling sellers direct, please mention that you saw their listing on GunsInternational.com Seller: AncestryGunsLLC Company: Ancestry Guns LLC Member Since: 11/3/16 State: Missouri Zip: 65203 Country: United States Phone: (314) 707-7373 International Phone: 314-707-7373 Platinum Seller Number of Active Listings: 1448 Total Number of Listings: 29901 Seller: FFL Dealer Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns. Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, Certified Check, Money Order Description: NY Antique J.G. SYMS .46 Caliber Target Pistol Mid-19th Century Target Pistol with Single Set Trigger Here we present an antique Percussion Target Pistol by J.G. Syms, made circa the 1850s in New York, New York. J. G. Syms was a gunmaker working out of his shop at 44 Chatham Street in New York. This type of pistol was popular during the mid-1800s, in the early years of the United States, as well as Europe. It would have been used primarily for target shooting competitions though it could be pressed into service as a defensive pistol. It features a heavy octagon barrel with a slightly larger than .46 caliber bore. It is equipped with a single set trigger as well as adjustable target sights. The rear sight is an elevation adjustable peep while the front is a windage adjustable hooded post and dot. The top of the barrel is marked “J.G. SYMS” and his address “44 CHATHAM St N.Y.” The rest of the gun features a hand-checkered wooden stock and sturdy iron furniture. The overall condition is very good. The iron parts are finished brown. The markings are clear. The stock is in good shape. The bore is in good condition with strong rifling. The action is excellent. Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction. Barrel is 10-1/4 inches. Caliber: .46 Percussion Overall condition as seen in photos. Very Fast. Very Safe. FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE. Delivered directly to your door by express mail! Guaranteed AUTHENTIC & Includes CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY. ancestryguns $1100 #191042 SOLD Antique: Yes |