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S.J. BOVY BELGIAN CASED PAIR OF PERCUSSION TARGET PISTOLS- DUELING
Guns International #: 101691541 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Antique Pistols - Percussion - Dueling Pistols
Seller's Information
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Seller: Bogart46
Member Since: 4/6/21
State: California
Zip: 92067
Country: United States
Phone: (858) 759-1569
Number of Active Listings: 11
Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: USPS Money Order, personal check, bank money order.
Description:
PERCUSSION TARGET PISTOLS- DUELING from estate of C. Harris of Mountain View Mo. A pair of very rare[museum art] circa 1845 percussion Dueling/Target pistols by S.J. Bovy of Belgium in fine to excellent condition, cased with accessories. Each pistol contains the Liege proof marks on the flats. The undersides of the barrels are marked with a "S.J. Bovy" signature. The Bovy family of craftsmen worked in Liege, Belgium ca. 1845. The last sale of record for a set of this style S.J. Bovy pistols was in May 2008 by Christie's for the price of $8,593. The Christie set was not complete. This set is complete- please see photos. If interested, please ask for more photos. The pair measure 15-1/2" overall with nearly 9" medium weight octagon barrels that are approx 44 caliber with micro grooved rifling. The pistols are beautifully stocked in elegant select walnut that show checkering at grip and seashell carving around the forestock. The pair are equipped with set triggers, scroll guards and fixed sights. The barrels show a stripped finish, locks and mounts were case hardened 50-60% original dulling finish remains. The actions are crisp, the bores are very good plus, the case is in very good condition with just some slight fading, normal wear and impressions of pistols in the padded lid. The case retains original mold, powder dipper, combination tool, mallet, oiler, cap box, cleaning and driving rods. Extra nipples, (2) keys and balls are contained in lidded compartment. The exterior of the case is a light colored oak with brass handle and mounts. The exterior of the case is good with normal storage and some cracks in the lid from aging. The craftsmanship of these pistols would be impossible to duplicate for the asking price of these very rare instant heirlooms.
PAYMENT OPTIONS- I accept USPS money orders and Paypal for immediate shipment. No FFL transfer is needed for this purchase. I accept personal checks but only ship after check clears. Payment must be received by me no later than 10 days after the acceptance of offer.
LAYAWAY: If needed I offer a 60 lay-a-way option. It is 1/3 immediately, 1/3 in 30 days and 1/3 in 60 days. Lay-a-way Firearm sales are final. If you fail to close the deal I will hold funds until the firearm is sold. If the firearm is sold for less, the difference will be deducted from the deposit plus 10% for my time, storage and taking the firearm off the market for your lay-a-way period. SHIPPING: All firearms will be shipped Priority Mail with insurance and delivery confirmation.
LEGAL REQUIREMENT- These are antique pistols that do not require an FFL for transfer.
SAFETY NOTICE- Buyer is solely responsible for determining that the firearm purchased is safe to shoot. By , the buyer agrees to hold seller harmless against damages, injury, or death caused by buyer's failure to have the firearm properly inspected for safety.
RETURN POLICY- These pistols are too rare for any return policy that is safe for the seller unless within 24 hours of receipt Seller is notified the pistols are not as represented- ask for photos.
SOLD
Antique: Yes
Handgun Caliber: .44
Manufacturer: S.J. Bovy
Model: Dueling