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Hello all, I've been lurking around the forum for a couple days now looking for some information on a pair of flintlock pistols I am researching. I thought I would join and share what I have here. It is my hope that there may be a few of you that might know some information about these.
I honestly do not have much information about these so I will mostly let the pictures speak for themselves. I will answer any questions to the best of my ability and please request additional pictures if you would like to see more detail. Also I am aware that the topic of value is not to be discussed on the forum though it is my understanding that I may request that I be privately messaged on that topic? Thank you for looking ![]() |
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Although they look European at a first glance, I think they're Turkish made for export. One European characteristic is the separate ram rod. Also, the lock appears to be of better quality than most Eastern European/Balkan/Turkish guns I've seen.
The punch marks are cryptic, and I have not heard of the name stamped under the breech. The chasing or chisel work also is a strong indication of that region. Silver wire inlay, ditto. These appear to be of pretty good quality, and not the late slipshod work too often seen. I would like to see some close ups of the lock from both sides. |
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I confirm French pistols for Turkish market.
For me the punch marks are silver proofs. Would be interesting to have the translation of the Arabic part... And also a photo of the locks from outside! If it's a true pair the value is increased... Kubur |
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Could be also French pistols for Algerian market, anyway Ottoman
The inscription will say... The frizen is not from the Balkans. Pure pistols for export, very good quality indeed |
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The punch marks are absolutely not French silver marks. This is something I have dealt with for a long time.
The marks do not resemble those of any European country I know of. |
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I agree for the punch marks especialy because one is 80 in Arabic numeral.
But i still think that's a French pistol for export, probably from Marseille. |
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