Cabinet of Curiosities

December 0914, 2023
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LOT 622

Lot 622

Cased Pair of Bavarian Percussion Pistols, Converted, Johann Christoph Kuchenreiter, Regensburg, c.1780 and later

Cased Pair of Bavarian Percussion Pistols, Converted, Johann Christoph Kuchenreiter, Regensburg, c.1780 and later
Lot 622 Details
Cased Pair of Bavarian Percussion Pistols, Converted, Johann Christoph Kuchenreiter, Regensburg, c.1780 and later

numbered 1 & 2 behind the folding leaf rear sights on the tangs, each 9 inch browned octagonal barrel with inset initialled maker's medallion and silver damascened signature, scrollwork, stars and crescent moon, the signed lockplate on a full walnut stock with horn muzzle, adjustable trigger, brass furniture and cross hatch grip, all in an associated contemporary cross banded mahogany fitted case with accessories including a signed shot mould and a powder measure, with key
each weapon length 15.4 in — 39 cm; case 3.25 x 19.5 x 12 in — 8.3 x 49.5 x 30.5 cm

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $2,460
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Cased Pair of Bavarian Percussion Pistols, Converted, Johann Christoph Kuchenreiter, Regensburg, c.1780 and later
  • Cased Pair of Bavarian Percussion Pistols, Converted, Johann Christoph Kuchenreiter, Regensburg, c.1780 and later
  • Cased Pair of Bavarian Percussion Pistols, Converted, Johann Christoph Kuchenreiter, Regensburg, c.1780 and later

CONDITION DETAILS

Each grip with keyhole plate, indicating the set originally included shoulder stocks, now absent. Otherwise each in good condition cosmetically and mechanically. Each a fine very fine conversion.

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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