 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
c1830s PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA Antique HOWDAH Type Pistol PROSPER VALLEÉ Large .60 Caliber Sidearm for the Frontier
Guns International #: 103166132 Seller's Inventory #: 255007
Category: Antique Pistols - 1500-1850 - Howdah Pistols
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: 1077
Total Number of Listings: 38944
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, Certified Check, Money Order
Description:
c1830s PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA Antique HOWDAH Type Pistol PROSPER VALLEÉ
Large .60 Caliber Sidearm for the Frontier
Here we present an antique Howdah Type Percussion Pistol by Prosper Valleé, made circa the 1830s in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Valleé is listed as being at the Corner of Walnut and 2nd Streets in Philadelphia from 1826 to 1840. John Krider apprenticed under him beginning circa 1826 and eventually purchased the business from his master circa 1839, transforming it into not only a larger manufactory but also a large dealer of sporting goods. We believe Prosper Valleé died in 1861 and is buried in Greenwood Heights, Kings County, New York.
This “manstopper” pistol is large and has twin .62 caliber bores. This would have been a “point and shoot” pistol primarily used for close contact. This would have been useful in many circumstances such as on the Frontier against man or beast, as well as in town or on the seas. In a day when the single shot pistol was the standard, this side by side percussion pistol would have been a very handy self-defense weapon to have around, having two shots to fire off instead of one!
The left lock on this gun is marked “PHILA”, with the right lock marked “P. VALLEÉ”.
The overall condition is very good+. Good twist pattern on the barrels with patina throughout. The actions are excellent, strong and crisp. The bores are smooth and patinated. The stock shows use and remains solid. A very sturdy and workmanlike American pistol made in Philadelphia for the wilds!
Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.
Barrel is 7 inches.
Caliber: .60 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
$3200
#255007
Price: $3,200.00
Antique: Yes