American & Southern | September 23, 2026
Wed, Sep 23, 2026 10:00AM EDT
Lot 327
British John Bass Flintlock Pistol
Estimate: $300 - $600
Sold for
$450
Sold Price excludes BP
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
circa 1790 to 1794, 5 in. tapered octagonal to hexadecagonal barrel, top of flat with inscribed "London", engraved decoration at breech and barrel tang, lock plate stamped "BASS", engraved trigger guard with urn finial, figured walnut stock, engraved inset shield to left side of stock, small metal insets at wrist and butt of stock, engraved screws, 10-1/2 in.
Provenance: Private Collection
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Private Collection
handling wear consistent with age and use, lacquer on surfaces, patina and oxidation to metal components, hairline in stock at sidescrew, lacking front sight and ramrod, small chips to wood at trigger guard, other scuffs and abrasions to wooden surface, cock and trigger appear to function appropriately
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