Project Description
!!!!!SOLD!!!!! This is a 1/3 scale French model 1805 flintlock martial pistol made by Gilbert Ball of France. 5 9/16″ long overall with a 3 1/8″ part octagon part round smoothbore barrel of .267 caliber. Steel lock assembly except for the pan which is yellow brass. The barrel, ramrod, trigger, and screws are steel finished in the white. The balance of the furniture is yellow brass with a nice aged patina. The hammer has both half and full cock, with a nice crisp action. The barrel is bored through to the touch hole. The ramrod is finely threaded on the end concealed in the pistol. One piece straight grained walnut stock. Nicely made and capable of firing given the proper flint, powder charge, and ball. I believe these to be a real bargain! Stock # LC-37, !!!!!SOLD!!!!!
