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THBCased Pair of Mortimer Flintlock Pistols Identified to Captain Warden Flood
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Marlborough, MA 01752
United States
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About Auction
LiveOct 26, 2017 - Oct 27, 2017
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- Lot Description
Cased Pair of Mortimer Flintlock Pistols Identified to Captain Warden Flood, c. early 19th century, walnut stocks with brass escutcheon plates on the wrist, brass engraved trigger guards and side plates, lock marked "H.W/MORTIMER & Co.," barrels have two proof marks on the left side and are marked "H.W. MORTIMER & Co. LONDON/GUN MAKERS TO HIS MAJESTY.," wooden ramrods with bone tips, a velvet-lined case with a brass escutcheon on the top marked "Captain Warden Flood," barrel lg. 9 1/4, overall lg. 15 in.
Note: Captain Warden Flood (b. 1806) owned these pistols during his service in the 51nd Regiment of Foot, Light Infantry company.
Estimate $2,000-2,500
Some dings and nicks in the stocks from use, some browning remains on the barrels, locks function properly, the lid of the case has been repaired from the glue drying out.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. - Shipping Info
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