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Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria has dated this Antique Flintlock Pistol to the 18th Century.
Attractive age patina throughout.
A very good example of mid-18th century Suhl or Nuremberg workmanship by a member of the Hofmann gunmaking family.
Overall length: 53cm (21in)
Barrel: 33cm (13in)
Action: Good
Circa: 1740–1760
Condition. Condition excellent in keeping with age and usage, please examin the photographs.
Dealer’s Note:
An elegant and well-preserved German officer’s holster pistol from the mid-18th century, showing the refined Suhl/Nuremberg style typical of the Hofmann family of gunsmiths. The pistol retains a crisp lock action and untouched patina, with finely carved walnut stock and quality steel furniture. A genuine and well-balanced piece for the collector of early European flintlocks, seldom encountered signed examples survive in such honest condition.
Price: £1,550
Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria has dated this Antique Flintlock Pistol to the 18th Century.
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Fine German 18th C. Flintlock Holster Pistol by Hofmann, C.1750. With an Ornately Carved Walnut Stock & Brass Lockplate.
