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English Percussion Pistol Imported by Moses Dickson of Louisville, KY
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English Percussion Pistol Imported by Moses Dickson of Louisville, KY
4/30/2014 - Firearms and Militaria: Live Salesroom Auction
.460 caliber smoothbore, 3.5" octagonal barrel. Engraved Dickson iron frame with folding trigger. Checkered bag grip with German silver cap box in the butt.
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All metal is sharp and crisp with an untouched patina. Grips are excellent with some wear, retaining most of the original varnished finish.
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