Posted 10 years ago
Brianne163
(4 items)
Unearthed in a garden which used to belong to a Mr Aldridge (Maryborough, QLD, Australia)
He is well documented as one of the early pioneer settlers in the area.
If anyone recognizes the type, make or any more details it would be most appreciated. Could date back to the late 1800's.
The real weapon experts will be here soon. But more like 1700s. Looks like flintlock and they were replaced by the percussion cap pistols in the early 1800s.
The slope of the grip indicates pre 1750's to me & the quality of metal works would never meet Nock's standards. But the use of wood screws indicates post 1770's. My guess is that it was local made but not very skilled.
"In the style of".
The metal work is poorly done:
- center seam on trigger guard
- very poorly cast and finished butt cap
- screws not set in to metal/ extend out
I would think that this is a 20th century shooting replica pistol.
scott
Real good chance of that Scott. I noticed the seams & looks sand cast.
Thanks for comments guys. We were getting quite excited until Scottvez posted.
Comments very valid. Pity.
Sorry, but looks like a newer composite like Scott says. Looks too much like a mixture of time periods like a guy trying to make a pirate pistol with the looks that people expect. Construction is crap. Nock would probably spinning in his grave at the thought of it being one of his pieces of art.