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ENGRAVED ALL METAL Saw Handle Pistol by MANTON German Silver Antique Mid-1800s Birmingham Made SILVER Pistol
Guns International #: 102636541 Seller's Inventory #: 217108
Category: Antique Pistols - 1500-1850 - Antique Pistols - Percussion
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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
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Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, Certified Check, Money Order
Description:
ENGRAVED ALL METAL Saw Handle Pistol by MANTON German Silver Antique
Mid-1800s Birmingham Made SILVER Pistol
Here we present an antique engraved Manton Patent Silver Saw Handle Percussion Pistol, made circa the 1850s in London, England. There were originally two Manton brothers, John was the elder and Joseph was the younger. John was born in 1752, and after his apprenticeship, set up shop in London in Piccadilly. John Manton was active in London from 1781 to 1834. He began making percussion weapons in 1825. The firm used the name “John Manton and Son” from 1820, though his son George Henry Manton had joined him in 1814. After John’s death the family continued to operate the business into the early 20th century with some slight changes in the name. Among the apprentices he trained in gunmaking are famous names such as William Greener and John Blanch, along with his famous brother, Joseph Manton.
This pistol features a slender frame with an ergonomic “saw handle” silver grip, which places the axis of the bore low in the hand. The .48 caliber octagonal barrel is 5-1/4 inches in length and bears “Manton Patent London” on the top flat. The German silver frame and barrel end are nicely engraved. Birmingham proofs on frame and barrel.
The overall condition is near fine aesthetically. The action has a very short range of travel with the hammer going into what feels like a half-cock but not full-cock. Good smooth bore. Finely detailed floral engraved all metal frame and trigger guard. Smooth metal surfaces. A very handsome piece from a very notable maker.
Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.
Barrel is 5-1/4 inches.
Caliber: .48 Percussion
Overall condition as seen in photos.
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$1700
#217108
SOLD
Antique: Yes