Saxon wheellockpistol 1564

rickystl · 28th July 2018, 02:07 PM

Hi Corado

My first thoughts concur with Fernando's comments LOL

What a beautiful, early Saxon pistol. Some observations:

STOCK: The grain look decoration almost makes it appear as if the stock was covered in leather. And just the right amount of ivory/bone decoration, not over-done. Very neat effect.
TRIGGER GUARD: A very simple design that seems common to the period. Notice the loop extends well beyond the trigger itself. It was likely designed this way for the use of leather gloves.
BARREL: Where the wedding band transition from octagon to round location, the fine chisel effect you only see on the better made guns.

The pistol appears to have seen normal usage, but kept in good condition. It's certainly a wonderful addition to your collection. Congratulations.

Rick

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28th July 2018, 02:07 PM	#3
rickystl Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: St. Louis, MO area. Posts: 1,630	Hi Corado My first thoughts concur with Fernando's comments LOL What a beautiful, early Saxon pistol. Some observations: STOCK: The grain look decoration almost makes it appear as if the stock was covered in leather. And just the right amount of ivory/bone decoration, not over-done. Very neat effect. TRIGGER GUARD: A very simple design that seems common to the period. Notice the loop extends well beyond the trigger itself. It was likely designed this way for the use of leather gloves. BARREL: Where the wedding band transition from octagon to round location, the fine chisel effect you only see on the better made guns. The pistol appears to have seen normal usage, but kept in good condition. It's certainly a wonderful addition to your collection. Congratulations. Rick