Arms, Armor & Militaria

Very good. Bore good with moderate oxidation and some pitting and strong rifling. Metal with some strong traces of blue, stronger in protected areas and a medium smoky gray patina over the balance of the metal. Clear markings throughout in the metal with a partially visible naval engagement scene and one clear and one weak cartouche on the grip. Mechanically functional, safety pins gone, three of the percussion cones (nipples) are modern replacements. Grip with some wear, minor chipped loss at the sharp lower leading edges and scattered bumps, dings and mars.

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