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Classic Antique 19th Century Middle Eastern Flintlock Pistol
Guns International #: 103411998 Seller's Inventory #: Mm100--21
Category: Antique Pistols - Flintlock - Antique Pistols - 1500-1850
Seller's Information
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Seller: lope
Company: Hansen & Hansen Arms & Antiquities
Member Since: 1/28/11
State: Connecticut
Country: United States
Premium Seller
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
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Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, Bank Check, Money Order, Personal Check
About Us: We are Tom LoPiano and John R. (Jay) Hansen Jr. owners of Hansen & Hansen Arms & Antiquities. We specialize in fine and unusual collectible firearms and military items of all types and time periods. Modern firearms, Curio & Relic and antique. Civil War a specialty as well as German lugers. From flintlock arms and edged weapons of the Revolutionary war to arms manufactured in the present- we actively buy and sell all firearms related collectibles, documents and autographs, photographs, uniforms, old newspapers, collectible ammunition, swords, decoys, etc. Retail shop open to public for buyers as well as customers who wish to sell. Appraisals for estates conducted for a fee. Free verbal appraisals to all visitors.
Description:
Classic Antique 19th Century Middle Eastern Flintlock Pistol
Offered here for sale is a fine and classic collectible antique pistol-an example of a 19th-century Middle Eastern flintlock pistol, likely originating from regions influenced by the Ottoman Empire, Persia or the broader North African areas. These pistols were common during the 1800s, blending functional weaponry with elaborate artistry, often serving as status symbols for warriors, merchants, or nobility rather than just battlefield tools. They evolved from earlier European flintlock designs but incorporated local styles of embellishment in wood carving and exterior brass mounts or inlays.
This specimen features a long 12-inch round barrel which is typical for these pistols, providing better accuracy and range compared to shorter European counterparts. It would often be made of Damascus steel or similar, with a .60 caliber bore (smoothbore, not rifled). The engraving combines intricate scrollwork, floral motifs, geometric patterns, or even military symbols like flags, which were hammered or chiseled into the metal for decoration.
As a flintlock, it uses a traditional setup The hammer, lock plate, and trigger guard are frequently tooled or embossed. The stock and woodwork are incised with patterns inspired by Islamic art. This carving and chiseling not only enhanced the grip but also turned the pistol into a piece of functional art. The pommel is bulbous with brass butt cap and stirrups.
The pistol is sound although there is a very old repair (a brass reinforcement plate) affixed just behind and under trigger guard. There is a forward crack which our gunsmith has secured but appears old and untouched which we have left “as is”.
Avery attractive and collectible antique firearm.
MM100-21 . Thank you for your order. Shipping is $42. To expedite each order received, however we ship 80-100 items weekly, therefore orders paid by money orders or bank checks are cleared for shipping 5-7 days after deposited funds show in our account. Shipping date is scheduled ONLY AFTER VERIFICATION TAKES PLACE AND FFL/C&R IS RECEIVED (IF APPLIES). This is 5-7 days after WE receive order by mail - NOT customer date mailed and postmarked and after credit card funds are posted. Credit card orders exceeding $500 must be cleared through customer’s bank before shipping. Personal checks are accepted but orders are held UP TO 3 WEEKS after deposit of funds before items released for shipping. IF you have special instructions or require overnight or expedited shipping please advise at time of ordering and we will gladly prioritize shipping FOR AN ADDITIONAL CHARGE. THIS IS OUR POLICY and we encourage buyers to PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND OUR POLICY BEFORE . We would be pleased to answer ANY questions by phone (our toll free number is 1-800-571-7337 or e-mail cwlopiaol.
Visit our RETAIL GALLERY IN SOUTHPORT, CT. Visit us also on Facebook at ://facebook/hansenguns/?fref=ts. We also own and/or operate Hansen Cartridge Co. and the Ruger Collectors Assc.(RCA). Hansen & Hansen wishes to expedite each order received, however we ship 80-100 items weekly, therefore orders paid by money orders or bank checks are cleared for shipping 5-7 days after deposited funds show in our account. Shipping date is scheduled ONLY AFTER VERIFICATION TAKES PLACE AND FFL/C&R IS RECEIVED (IF APPLIES). This is 5-7 days after WE receive order by mail - NOT customer date mailed and postmarked and after credit card funds are posted. Credit card orders exceeding $500 must be cleared through customer’s bank before shipping. Personal checks are accepted but orders are held UP TO 3 WEEKS after deposit of funds before items released for shipping. IF you have special instructions or require overnight or expedited shipping please advise at time of ordering and we will gladly prioritize shipping FOR AN ADDITIONAL CHARGE. THIS IS OUR POLICY and we encourage potential buyers to PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND OUR POLICY BEFORE . We would be pleased to answer ANY questions by phone (our toll free number is 1-800-571-7337 or e-mail cwlopiaol.
Price: $1,250.00
Antique: Yes