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22nd October 2011, 03:19 AM
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That of course is a really demanding question.  I'll try and leaf thru my archives though. On the other hand, in order to put the 200 year price in a both reasonable and comparable relation to 21st c. market prices we would have to to learn a lot about the actual historic purchase power of 220 years ago ... Maybe some local economy historian could help you along with this ...  Best, Michael |
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16th November 2011, 10:33 AM
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thanks for that, but it was the price the first owner would of payed that i was interested in. I have a good collection of weapons and in the main they are british officers swords and pistols, and I am alway wondering how much they would of paid for these weapons when new, it just adds a bit more interest for me. michael
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16th November 2011, 11:27 AM
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H. Nock was a very good maker. I've a small boxlock pocket pistol with sliding safety by Nock.
Nock pistols seem to have many notable uses. The 'volley gun' ducks-foot pistol used by the Royal navy is perhaps the most famous. I've heard it said that the great Nelson himself (as a young officer) would lead the charge onto the French decks, charging forward with his Nock Pistol and sword! A formidable opponent for sure. Nock guns are of course relatively common as 'he' (his several workshops) were very well patronised and prolific, but the quality is always in my experience excellent! Beautiful pair of pistols BTW! |
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16th November 2011, 02:21 PM
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Can you post photos of the locks and trigger guards, and the proof marks on the barrels? Thanks.
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16th November 2011, 05:52 PM
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Great looking set of pistols!! And wonderful condition!! Congrats. Rick.
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21st November 2011, 09:31 PM
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will post pics tomorrow, been away
sorry for late reply been away, here are a few more pics, michael
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21st November 2011, 10:39 PM
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Congrats, Michael,
Great condition and optimum original surface finish!  Best, Michael |
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