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John Gunderson Antique Militaria
Diminutive extrafancy flintlock boxlock pistol by Greensill - $750.00

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Diminutive extrafancy flintlock boxlock pistol. 1-3/8" barrel, about 5-1/2" overall. Signed on left side of frame "I GREENSILL No 36" and on right side "STRANG LONDON". All parts appear to be nickel silver except solid silver grotesque buttcap. Nicely engraved frame and triggerguard. Barrel stuck in a not completely installed position, and frame cracked by trigger pin. Wood grip is heavily wire inlaid, with a few wires absent. Grip has an old sliver missing by triggerguard strap. Hammer does not have spring tension. Sold as a collector item only, not warranted safe to shoot.