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Pair of high quality English center hammer percussion pistols with side mounted spring bayonets, s

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Pair of high quality English center hammer  percussion pistols with side mounted spring  bayonets, s
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Pair of high quality English center hammer percussion pistols with side mounted spring bayonets, signed Mayes, Norwich. The pair measure 7 ½” overall with 2 ¾” octagon barrels of approximately .50 caliber falserifled. The pair are numbered 38 on the bottom of each breech and show British proofs. The grips are nicely checkered and show a silver band around butt and plaques inscribed “Lowestoft” in fancy script. Thereis a belt hook attached to left side of each frame and also a plaque at each wrist is inscribed in matching script to the butt (W. Balls) most likely the original owner who resided in Lowestoft? The metal surfaces arein good condition with a light gray to brown patina showing some pitting and erosion. The engraving is sharp and edges crisp. Stocks are very good plus with just a few minor bumps and mars. Both actions are working.Last sold Richard K. Bourne auctioneer for James Elwood Jones Collection 1981. From an old N.Y. Collector’s Estate. Est.; $1,000-$2,000