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2nd January 2024, 05:16 PM | #1 |
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The arrow marks a place on the lock plate that looks as if the screw hole for the screw of the former battery spring was located there. This would prove that this is a former flintlock pistol that was converted to the percussion system. It would be conceivable that in this case the signature of the lock plate was removed after it had been softened.
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2nd January 2024, 06:43 PM | #2 |
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Regarding what Corrado says, which is a modification of the spark key, you cannot clearly see the plug of the threaded hole of the frizzen spring. Nor can it be seen where the hole in his spike would have been. A better photograph would be needed, and above all, of the inside of the key. In addition, the threaded hole in the frizzen would be missing, which would have to be seen. Additionally, if it is a spark modification, the method followed for placing the bomblet or mascot, for placing the chimney, should be seen on the barrel.
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2nd January 2024, 06:47 PM | #3 |
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You will also pardon me Udo, but i find it hard to process that this pistol has a converted system .
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3rd January 2024, 07:07 AM | #4 |
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3rd January 2024, 10:41 AM | #5 |
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Hi Udo, now I understand and I have examined that area closely and there is no sign of a previous screw hole.
I think that my lack of knowledge in this area has hindered the discussion! but I have learnt a lot and added a beautiful pistol to my collection. So, gentlemen, thank you all for your interest and for sharing your knowledge. Regards, CC |
3rd January 2024, 10:55 AM | #6 |
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