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Antique Pistols - Flintlock

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Model, Price, Number & Pictures
Description & Condition

Large Turkish/Middle Eastern Flintlock Pistol

Caliber: 16 mm

Price: $1475

Inventory # apf_0073

Pictures:
DESCRIPTION: Large 19th Century Turkish/Middle Eastern flintlock pistol. The style of the pistol reflects both, Oriental and European influences. Half- round, half-octagonal barrel with engraved and silver inlaid floral motifs. French style lock plate with some light engraving. French style flintlock. These parts were very often imported to the Ottoman Empire from Western Europe. Brass butt, trigger guard and counter plate (all with some engraving). Simple iron ramrod. The upper part of the buttstock shows some carving. The middle part of the buttstock is covered with leather. The barrel bands are replacements. The stock was made from two pieces of wood. CONDITION: The pistol is in overall very good+ condition. All the iron parts of the pistol, including the barrel, are covered with light, uncleaned patina. The stock is in very good condition with some handling marks and dings. Minor wear to wood near the brass butt. There is a small crack to the lower part of the the stock, next to the trigger guard (please, see pictures). The lock works fine. The bore is in very good condition. Interesting 19th century Turkish/Middle Eastern flintlock pistol! Overall length: 19.25 inch. Barrel length: 12.25 inch. (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul", by Anthony C. Tirri, pp.161-165)

Very Decorative Balkan/Turkish Flintlock Pistol

Caliber: 16 mm

Price: $1875

Inventory # apf_0072

Pictures:
DESCRIPTION: Very decorative 19th Century Balkan/Turkish flintlock pistol. The style of the pistol reflects both, Oriental and European influences. Nice, round barrel with floral style engraving. French style lock plate with some engraving. French style, very good quality flintlock. These parts were very often imported to Turkey from Western Europe. Typical Balkan style stock decorated with inlaid wire and iron plates. Iron counter plate, trigger guard and butt. The latter displays nice engravings. Simple wooden ramrod. The pistols of this pattern were used extensively in many wars in Balkans, including the Greek uprisings. CONDITION: The pistol is in overall fine condition. All the iron parts of the pistol, including the barrel, are covered with nice, uniform light patina. The stock is in very good condition with some minor handling marks and light dings. There is a crack on the left side of the stock, just above the counter plate (please, see pictures). Some minor wear to the decorations on the stock, with a couple of small pieces of wire missing. The left side of the stock shows some wood filling material (just above the butt). The lock works fine. The bore is in very good condition. Attractive 19th century Balkan/Turkish flintlock pistol! Overall length: 19.25 inch. Barrel length: 11.5 inch. (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul", by Anthony C. Tirri, pp.161-165)

Turkish Flintlock Pistol

Caliber: 14 mm

Price: $1175

Inventory # apf_0071

Pictures:
DESCRIPTION: Large 19th Century Turkish flintlock pistol. The style of the pistol reflects both, Oriental and European influences. Half- round, half-octagonal barrel with engraved floral motifs and some fading wording. French style lock plate with unrecognizable markings. French style flintlock. These parts were very often imported to Turkey from Western Europe. Brass butt, nosecap and barrel band. Iron trigger guard and counter plate (the latter shows some engraving). Non-functional brass ramrod. The upper part of the buttstock shows some nice carving. The pistols of this pattern were used extensively in many wars in Balkans, including the Greek uprisings. CONDITION: The pistol is in overall fine, all original condition. All the iron parts of the pistol, including the barrel, are covered with light, uncleaned patina. The stock is in very good condition with some minor handling marks and light dings. Minor wear to wood near the brass butt. There is a small crack on the left side of the stock, just above the counter plate (please, see pictures). The lock works fine. The bore is in very good condition. The pistol does not show any repairs. All the parts are original to the pistol. Attractive 19th century Turkish flintlock pistol! Overall length: 17 inch. Barrel length: 10.25 inch. (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul", by Anthony C. Tirri, pp.161-165)

Albanian "Rat Tail" Miquelet Pistol

Caliber: 16 mm

Price: $1175

Inventory # apf_0070

Pictures:
DESCRIPTION: Profusely decorated early 19th Century Albanian miquelet "rat tail" pistol. Albania was a part of the Ottoman Empire at the time. The region was famous for a large number of gun makers, who manufactured this kind of pistol in big quantities for the Ottoman army. The entire stock is covered with lightly engraved brass plates, which is a characteristic feature of Albanian pistols. The pistol is decorated with ornamental motifs. The barrel displays light engraving and a combination of letters (please, see pictures). Half-octagonal, half-round barrel. One brass barrel band decorated in oriental motifs. The ramrod is missing. The pistols of this pattern were used extensively in many wars in Balkans, including the Greek uprisings. CONDITION: The pistol is in overall fine, all original condition. The barrel shows some patina and handling marks (please, see pictures). The stock is solid and nicely preserved. The bore is in very good condition. The pistol does not show any repairs. All the parts are original to the pistol. Overall length: 20 inch. Barrel length: 11.25 inch. Nice example of the Albanian "Rat Tail" miquelet pistol. (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul" , by Anthony C. Tirri, p.159)

Beautiful Turkish Flintlock Blunderbuss Pistol ("Knee Pistol")

Price: $6750

Inventory # apf_0069

Pictures:
DESCRIPTION: Profusely decorated late 18th/early 19th century Turkish flintlock blunderbuss pistol. Some sources identify this type of rifle-style firearm as a "Knee Pistol". The name came from the way of firing the gun by the horse rider, when the butt was pressed against the knee. Round, Spanish-style barrel, with beautiful deep engraving in its rear part, and fantastic Islamic style gold inlays (koftgari) in its front part (please, see pictures). The barrel tang also displays a deep engraving. French style lockplate displays lightly engraved floral motifs and the gunmaker's signature. French style, very good quality flintlock. These parts were very often imported to Turkey from Western Europe. Some light floral engraving on the hammer and on some other part of the flintlock. Typical Turkish blunderbuss style stock with a beautifully shaped carbine buttstock. The entire stock is decorated in floral motifs with inletted brass wire. Iron buttplate, trigger guard and counter plate. The blunderbuss pistol is of considerably higher quality than usually encountered. CONDITION: Excellent. Beautifully preserved engraving and gold inlays on the barrel. Some light patina on the flint lock and on the lock plate. The iron trigger guard and butt plate are well preserved. The butt plate shows some occasional gray patina. The stock is in excellent condition with some small handling marks. Very small chip of wood is missing from the lower part of the butt stock, next to the butt plate (please, see pictures). Some decorative brass wires on the stock are getting loose. European style flintlock is in working order. Fantastic quality Turkish knee pistol! Overall length: 18.5 inches. Barrel length: 8.5 inches. Barrel diameter at the muzzle: 2 inch. (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul" , by Anthony C. Tirri, pp.126-128)

Balkan Tanchika Miquelet Pistol/Carbine with Unusual Leather Holster

Caliber: 16 mm

Price: $1875

Inventory # apf_0068

Pictures:
DESCRIPTION: Very attractive Balkan Tanchika miquelet pistol/carbine with an unusual leather holster. This seems to be a conversion (cut down) of the Tanchika musket. The period holster was purposely made for this pistol/carbine. The holster is probably more unusual than Tanchika (I have not seen another one)! The Tanchika style is usually associated with Albania, although these guns were used throughout the Balkans in 18th and 19th Century. The design reflects both, Oriental and European influences. Good quality half round, half octagonal barrel. Miquelet lock seems to be of Balkan/Turkish origins. The stock is covered almost entirely with brass and iron decorative sheets. One iron barrel bands. All the iron and brass parts of the muskets are elaborately decorated with floral motifs. The buttstock is covered with some decorative bone, mother of pearl, or shark skin plates (please, see pictures). Beautifully shaped and decorated iron trigger guard. The left side of the stock has an iron loop for a rope/lanyard. The leather holster displays some geometrical decoration. CONDITION: Fine. The barrel shows some scattered surface rust, and/or pitting. Some cleaning marks are also present on the barrel. The buttstock shows some wear, with some decorative plates, either missing, or damaged. The metal plates covering the stock shows some dark patina. Overall length: 24.25 inch. Barrel length: 11 inch. The leather holster is still in very good condition. The leather is soft and flexible. The stitching is original and strong. Very unusual set of Balkan Tanchika pistol/carbine with a period manufactured leather holster! (Ref. "A Glossary of the Construction, Decoration and Use of Arms and Armor", by George Cameron Stone , p. 259 figure 320/3, also in "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul", by Anthony C. Tirri, p.156).

Beautiful Turkish Flintlock Blunderbuss Pistol ("Knee Pistol")

Price: $3975

Inventory # apf_0067

Pictures:
DESCRIPTION: Profusely decorated late 18th/early 19th century Turkish flintlock blunderbuss pistol. Some sources identify this type of rifle-style firearm as a "Knee Pistol". The name came from the way of firing the gun by the horse rider, when the butt was pressed against the knee. Round, Spanish-style barrel with somewhat fading silver decorative inlays. The left/upper part of the barrel display two Arabic gunmaker's markings (please, see pictures). French style lockplate displays floral motifs. French style, very good quality flintlock. These parts were very often imported to Turkey from Western Europe. Some light floral engraving on the hammer. Typical Turkish blunderbuss style stock with a beautifully carved carbine buttstock. Brass buttplate, trigger guard and counter plate. The saddle ring is attached to the counter plate. CONDITION: Excellent. The barrel has slightly fading blackened finish. Slightly worn silver inlays on the barrel. Some light patina on the flint lock and on the lock plate. The brass trigger guard and butt plate are well preserved. The stock is in fine+ condition with a couple of small dings and handling marks. The carvings on the stock are beautifully preserved. Small chip of wood is missing from the stock next to the muzzle. There is a small nail hole behind the barrel tang (please, see pictures). European style flintlock is in working order. Very attractive Turkish knee pistol! Overall length: 19.75 inches. Barrel length: 10.75 inches. Barrel diameter at the muzzle: 1 3/8 inch. (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul" , by Anthony C. Tirri, pp.126-128)

Nice Greek Miquelet Pistol

Caliber: 16 mm

Price: $2975

Inventory # apf_0066

Pictures:
DESCRIPTION: Nice 19th Century Greek miquelet pistol. The style of the pistol reflects both, Oriental and European influences. Miquelet lock. The lock plate does not show any markings. Typical Balkan style stock is covered with brass plates, that are decorated with engraved floral motifs. Brass trigger guard and butt. Both parts display nice engravings. Half-octagonal, half-round barrel. The upper part of the barrel displays some fading markings (please, see pictures). The ramrod is missing. The pistol is of considerably higher quality than usually encountered. The pistols of this pattern were used extensively in many wars in Balkans, including the Greek uprisings. CONDITION: The pistol is in overall fine+, all original condition. All the iron parts of the pistol, including the barrel, are covered with some patina. The stock is in fine condition with some minor handling marks and light dings. The lock works fine. The bore is in very good condition. The pistol does not show any repairs. All the parts are original to the pistol. Very attractive 19th century Greek pistol! Overall length: 19 inch. Barrel length: 11.5 inch. (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul", by Anthony C. Tirri, pp.159-165)

Nice Albanian "Rat Tail" Miquelet Pistol

Caliber: 14 mm

Price: $1675

Inventory # apf_0065

Pictures:
DESCRIPTION: Profusely decorated early 19th Century Albanian miquelet "rat tail" pistol. Albania was a part of the Ottoman Empire at the time. The region was famous for a large number of gun makers, who manufactured this kind of pistol in big quantities for the Ottoman army. The entire stock is covered with lightly engraved brass plates, which is a characteristic feature of Albanian pistols. The pistol is decorated with ornamental motifs. Round barrel with twisted steel pattern. The upper part of the barrel displays some fading markings (please, see pictures). One brass barrel band. Complete with an iron ramrod. The pistols of this pattern were used extensively in many wars in Balkans, including the Greek uprisings. CONDITION: The pistol is in overall excellent, all original condition. The barrel shows some scattered light patina (please, see pictures). The stock is solid and nicely preserved. The bore is in very good condition. Miquelet lock is in working order. The pistol does not show any repairs. All the parts are original to the pistol. Overall length: 19.25 inch. Barrel length: 11.25 inch. Very nice example of the Albanian "Rat Tail" miquelet pistol. (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul" , by Anthony C. Tirri, p.159)

Albanian "Rat Tail" Miquelet Pistol

Caliber: 16 mm

Price: $1275

Inventory # apf_0064

Pictures:
DESCRIPTION: Profusely decorated early 19th Century Albanian miquelet "rat tail" pistol. Albania was a part of the Ottoman Empire at the time. The region was famous for a large number of gun makers, who manufactured this kind of pistol in big quantities for the Ottoman army. The entire stock is covered with lightly engraved brass plates, which is a characteristic feature of Albanian pistols. The pistol is decorated with ornamental motifs. The barrel displays a museum, or perhaps, a collection number (please, see pictures). Half-octagonal, half-round barrel. Two brass barrel band decorated in oriental motifs. Complete with an original iron ramrod. The pistols of this pattern were used extensively in many wars in Balkans, including the Greek uprisings. CONDITION: The pistol is in overall fine, all original condition. The barrel shows some patina and/or light surface rust (please, see pictures). The stock is solid and nicely preserved. The bore is in very good condition. Miquelet lock is in working order. The pistol does not show any repairs. All the parts are original to the pistol. Overall length: 20 inch. Barrel length: 12 inch. Nice example of the Albanian "Rat Tail" miquelet pistol. (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul" , by Anthony C. Tirri, p.159)

Unusual Albanian/Turkish "Rat Tail" Miquelet Pistol

Caliber: 16 mm

Price: $2975

Inventory # apf_0063

Pictures:
DESCRIPTION: Unusual, profusely decorated early 19th Century Albanian/Turkish miquelet "rat tail" pistol. Albania was a part of the Ottoman Empire at the time. The region was famous for a large number of gun makers, who manufactured this kind of pistol in big quantities for the Ottoman army. The entire stock is covered with lightly engraved iron and brass plates. This is is a characteristic feature of Albanian pistols. Most of these plates are made out of iron, rather than brass, which is a bit unusual for Albanian pistols. The hilt of the pistol displays Turkish, Trabizon style, decoration with some red corals and one semi-precious stone (please, see pictures). The pistol is decorated with ornamental motifs. Round barrel with twisted steel pattern. Complete with an original iron ramrod. The pistols of this pattern were used extensively in many wars in Balkans, including the Greek uprisings. CONDITION: The pistol is in overall fine condition. The barrel shows some patina and/or surface rust (please, see pictures). The stock is nicely preserved. The bore is in very good condition. Miquelet lock is in working order. Overall length: 20 inch. Barrel length: 12.5 inch. Very nice example of the Albanian/Turkish "Rat Tail" miquelet pistol. (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul" , by Anthony C. Tirri, p.159)

Albanian "Rat Tail" Miquelet Pistol

Caliber: 14 mm

Price: $1275

Inventory # apf_0062

Pictures:
DESCRIPTION: Profusely decorated early 19th Century Albanian miquelet "rat tail" pistol. Albania was a part of the Ottoman Empire at the time. The region was famous for a large number of gun makers, who manufactured this kind of pistol in big quantities for the Ottoman army. The entire stock is covered with lightly engraved brass plates, which is a characteristic feature of Albanian pistols. The pistol is decorated with ornamental motifs. The lock plate displays the gun maker mark in Arabic characters. The left side of the barrel displays a museum, or perhaps, a collection number (please, see pictures). Half-octagonal, half-round barrel. Two brass barrel band decorated in oriental motifs. Complete with a simple iron ramrod (probably, a replacement). The pistols of this pattern were used extensively in many wars in Balkans, including the Greek uprisings. CONDITION: The pistol is in overall fine, all original condition. The barrel shows some scattered light patina. The miquelet lock shows some brown patina. The stock is solid and nicely preserved. The bore is in very good condition. Miquelet lock is in working order. The pistol does not show any repairs. All the parts are original to the pistol, except for the ramrod. Overall length: 21.25 inch. Barrel length: 13 inch. Nice example of the Albanian "Rat Tail" miquelet pistol. (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul" , by Anthony C. Tirri, p.159)

Albanian "Rat Tail" Miquelet Pistol

Caliber: 16 mm

Price: $1275

Inventory # apf_0061

Pictures:
DESCRIPTION: Profusely decorated early 19th Century Albanian miquelet "rat tail" pistol. Albania was a part of the Ottoman Empire at the time. The region was famous for a large number of gun makers, who manufactured this kind of pistol in big quantities for the Ottoman army. The entire stock is covered with lightly engraved brass plates, which is a characteristic feature of Albanian pistols. The pistol is decorated with ornamental motifs. Half-octagonal, half-round barrel. Two brass barrel band decorated in oriental motifs. Complete with an original iron ramrod. The pistols of this pattern were used extensively in many wars in Balkans, including the Greek uprisings. CONDITION: The pistol is in overall fine, all original condition. The barrel shows some patina and/or light surface rust (please, see pictures). The stock is solid and nicely preserved. The bore is in very good condition. Miquelet lock is in working order. The pistol does not show any repairs. All the parts are original to the pistol. Overall length: 22.25 inch. Barrel length: 13.5 inch. Nice example of the Albanian "Rat Tail" miquelet pistol. (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul" , by Anthony C. Tirri, p.159)

Turkish Flintlock Pistol

Caliber: 15 mm

Price: $675

Inventory # apf_0060

Pictures:
DESCRIPTION: Turkish 19th Century flintlock pistol with interesting markings. The style of the pistol reflects both, Oriental and European influences. Round barrel with engraved and silver inlaid floral motifs. The back of the barrel displays a silver inlaid cross (!). French style lock plate with some intriguing markings (please, see pictures). French style, very good quality flintlock. These parts were very often imported to Turkey from Western Europe. Iron butt. Brass trigger guard and counter plate with some engraving. The butt, hammer and lock plate are lightly engraved in floral motifs. The barrel band, or perhaps bronze wire which kept stock and barrel together, is missing. Wooden ramrod. The upper part of the buttstock shows some light carving. The pistols of this pattern were used extensively in many wars in Balkans, including the Greek uprisings. CONDITION: The pistol is in overall fair to good condition. All the iron parts of the pistol, including the barrel, are covered with light, uncleaned patina. The silver inlays on the barrel are somewhat worn. The stock is in fair condition only, with some wear, cracks, handling marks and dings (please, see pictures). The lock works fine. The bore is in very good condition. All the parts are original to the pistol. Interesting 19th century Turkish flintlock pistol! Overall length: 14.75 inch. Barrel length: 8.75 inch. (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul", by Anthony C. Tirri, pp.161-165)

Elaborately Decorated Persian Miquelet Knee Pistol

Caliber: 16 mm

Price: $3575

Inventory # apf_0054

Pictures:
DESCRIPTION: Profusely decorated Persian miquelet pistol from the early 19th Century. Some sources identify this type of the rifle-style firearm as a "Knee Pistol". The name came from the way of firing the gun by the horse rider, when the butt was pressed against the knee. The reference books usually identify this weapon as either Azari, or Persian. The pistol is decorated with ornamental motifs. Typical Azari/Persian blunderbuss style stock with carbine buttstock. The stock is decorated with inlaid bone and bronze pins. Bone buttplate. Good quality barrel with maker markings and some engraving. The pistol was either manufactured without the barrel band, or the latter is missing. No provision for the ramrod. CONDITION: The pistol is in overall fine, all original condition. The iron parts of the pistol, including the barrel and the miquelet lock are covered with brown patina. The front counter screw is missing. The stock shows some handling marks and light dings, but no cracks. Some minor wear to the decorations on the stock, with some small pieces missing. The lock needs adjustment, as the hammer does not stay open. The bore is in very good condition. The pistol does not show any repairs. All the parts are original to the pistol. Attractive early 19th century Persian knee pistol! Overall length: 20.75 inch. Barrel length: 13.5 inch. (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul", by Anthony C. Tirri, p. 203)

Very Decorative Balkan/Turkish Flintlock Pistol

Caliber: 18 mm

Price: $2475

Inventory # apf_0052

Pictures:
DESCRIPTION: Very decorative 19th Century Balkan/Turkish flintlock pistol. The style of the pistol reflects both, Oriental and European influences. Half-octagonal, half-round barrel. French style lock plate with unrecognizable markings (they meant to be unrecognizable as most of the gun makers in the Balkan region were illiterate at the time). French style, very good quality flintlock. These parts were very often imported to Turkey from Western Europe. Typical Balkan style stock decorated with inlaid wire, mother of pearl and brass/iron plates. Iron counter plate, trigger guard and butt. The latter displays nice engravings. Non-functional wooden ramrod is a part of the stock. The pistols of this pattern were used extensively in many wars in Balkans, including the Greek uprisings. CONDITION: The pistol is in overall fine, all original condition. All the iron parts of the pistol, including the barrel, are covered with brown patina. The stock is in very good condition with some minor handling marks and light dings. Some wear to the right side of the forestock, near the muzzle (please, see pictures). Some minor wear to the decorations on the stock, with a couple of small pieces of wire missing. The lock needs adjustment, as the trigger does not release the hammer every time. The bore is in very good condition. The pistol does not show any repairs. All the parts are original to the pistol. Attractive 19th century Balkan/Turkish flintlock pistol! Overall length: 19.5 inch. Barrel length: 14.5 inch. (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul", by Anthony C. Tirri, pp.161-165)

Turkish or Middle Eastern Miquelet Pistol

Caliber: 16 mm

Price: $1575

Inventory # apf_0034

Pictures:
DESCRIPTION: Turkish or Middle Eastern 18/19th Century miquelet pistol. The style copies both, European and Oriental patterns. The lock is similar to many locks found in Turkish muskets. The stock may be of Turkish or Middle Eastern origins. The miquelet hammer is lightly engraved. Beautifully engraved back of the barrel. Some brass inlays to the barrel. CONDITION: The pistol is in overall fine condition. The barrel and the trigger guard are covered by patina. The stock is nice and without any cracks. Very good bore. Miquelet lock is in working order. The pistol does not show any repairs. Overall length: 20 inch. Barrel length: 13.5 inch.

A Matching Pair of Turkish Flintlock Pistols

Caliber: 16 mm

Price: $2575

Inventory # apf_0025

Pictures:
DESCRIPTION: A matching pair of Turkish 19th Century flintlock pistols! The style copies the European patterns. Profusely decorated stocks are covered with brass and silver inlays. The lock plates and hammer are lightly engraved. Beautifully engraved backs of the barrels. Much nicer Turkish flintlock pistols, than usually seen! The pistols of this pattern were used extensively in many wars in Balkans, including the Greek uprisings. CONDITION: The pistols are in overall fine, all original condition. Several pieces of silver wire inlays are missing from the stocks. The stocks are nice with only couple of hairline surface cracks. Very good bores. European style flintlocks are in working order. The pistols do not show any repairs. All original and complete. Overall length: 15.75 inch. Barrel length: 8.75 inch. A matching pair of Turkish flintlock pistols is difficult to find! (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul" , by Anthony C. Tirri, p.125)

Beautiful Caucasian/Cossack Men's Belt (19th Century)

Price: $1675

Inventory # dag_0066

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DESCRIPTION: Beautiful 19th century Caucasian/Cossack men's belt! Natural color high quality leather with elaborately decorated six silver niello fittings. The belt was an essential part of the Caucasian dress. The pistols and kindjals were usually attached to the belt in the society where every man was a warrior. No maker's signature is present on the silver fittings. Similar style belts were manufactured and used in both, Chechnia and Dagestan. This type of belt was also used by Russian Cossacks. CONDITION: Fine. The leather is still soft and flexible. The silver fittings are well preserved. Very attractive Caucasian belt! (Ref. "Chechen Arms" , by Isa Askhabov, pp.102-133 and pp.167-169).

*Model, Price, Number & Pictures*	*Description & Condition*
Large Turkish/Middle Eastern Flintlock Pistol Caliber: 16 mm Price: $1475 Inventory # apf_0073 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Large 19th Century Turkish/Middle Eastern flintlock pistol. The style of the pistol reflects both, Oriental and European influences. Half- round, half-octagonal barrel with engraved and silver inlaid floral motifs. French style lock plate with some light engraving. French style flintlock. These parts were very often imported to the Ottoman Empire from Western Europe. Brass butt, trigger guard and counter plate (all with some engraving). Simple iron ramrod. The upper part of the buttstock shows some carving. The middle part of the buttstock is covered with leather. The barrel bands are replacements. The stock was made from two pieces of wood. CONDITION: The pistol is in overall very good+ condition. All the iron parts of the pistol, including the barrel, are covered with light, uncleaned patina. The stock is in very good condition with some handling marks and dings. Minor wear to wood near the brass butt. There is a small crack to the lower part of the the stock, next to the trigger guard (please, see pictures). The lock works fine. The bore is in very good condition. Interesting 19th century Turkish/Middle Eastern flintlock pistol! Overall length: 19.25 inch. Barrel length: 12.25 inch. (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul", by Anthony C. Tirri, pp.161-165)
Very Decorative Balkan/Turkish Flintlock Pistol Caliber: 16 mm Price: $1875 Inventory # apf_0072 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Very decorative 19th Century Balkan/Turkish flintlock pistol. The style of the pistol reflects both, Oriental and European influences. Nice, round barrel with floral style engraving. French style lock plate with some engraving. French style, very good quality flintlock. These parts were very often imported to Turkey from Western Europe. Typical Balkan style stock decorated with inlaid wire and iron plates. Iron counter plate, trigger guard and butt. The latter displays nice engravings. Simple wooden ramrod. The pistols of this pattern were used extensively in many wars in Balkans, including the Greek uprisings. CONDITION: The pistol is in overall fine condition. All the iron parts of the pistol, including the barrel, are covered with nice, uniform light patina. The stock is in very good condition with some minor handling marks and light dings. There is a crack on the left side of the stock, just above the counter plate (please, see pictures). Some minor wear to the decorations on the stock, with a couple of small pieces of wire missing. The left side of the stock shows some wood filling material (just above the butt). The lock works fine. The bore is in very good condition. Attractive 19th century Balkan/Turkish flintlock pistol! Overall length: 19.25 inch. Barrel length: 11.5 inch. (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul", by Anthony C. Tirri, pp.161-165)
Turkish Flintlock Pistol Caliber: 14 mm Price: $1175 Inventory # apf_0071 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Large 19th Century Turkish flintlock pistol. The style of the pistol reflects both, Oriental and European influences. Half- round, half-octagonal barrel with engraved floral motifs and some fading wording. French style lock plate with unrecognizable markings. French style flintlock. These parts were very often imported to Turkey from Western Europe. Brass butt, nosecap and barrel band. Iron trigger guard and counter plate (the latter shows some engraving). Non-functional brass ramrod. The upper part of the buttstock shows some nice carving. The pistols of this pattern were used extensively in many wars in Balkans, including the Greek uprisings. CONDITION: The pistol is in overall fine, all original condition. All the iron parts of the pistol, including the barrel, are covered with light, uncleaned patina. The stock is in very good condition with some minor handling marks and light dings. Minor wear to wood near the brass butt. There is a small crack on the left side of the stock, just above the counter plate (please, see pictures). The lock works fine. The bore is in very good condition. The pistol does not show any repairs. All the parts are original to the pistol. Attractive 19th century Turkish flintlock pistol! Overall length: 17 inch. Barrel length: 10.25 inch. (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul", by Anthony C. Tirri, pp.161-165)
Albanian "Rat Tail" Miquelet Pistol Caliber: 16 mm Price: $1175 Inventory # apf_0070 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Profusely decorated early 19th Century Albanian miquelet "rat tail" pistol. Albania was a part of the Ottoman Empire at the time. The region was famous for a large number of gun makers, who manufactured this kind of pistol in big quantities for the Ottoman army. The entire stock is covered with lightly engraved brass plates, which is a characteristic feature of Albanian pistols. The pistol is decorated with ornamental motifs. The barrel displays light engraving and a combination of letters (please, see pictures). Half-octagonal, half-round barrel. One brass barrel band decorated in oriental motifs. The ramrod is missing. The pistols of this pattern were used extensively in many wars in Balkans, including the Greek uprisings. CONDITION: The pistol is in overall fine, all original condition. The barrel shows some patina and handling marks (please, see pictures). The stock is solid and nicely preserved. The bore is in very good condition. The pistol does not show any repairs. All the parts are original to the pistol. Overall length: 20 inch. Barrel length: 11.25 inch. Nice example of the Albanian "Rat Tail" miquelet pistol. (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul" , by Anthony C. Tirri, p.159)
Beautiful Turkish Flintlock Blunderbuss Pistol ("Knee Pistol") Price: $6750 Inventory # apf_0069 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Profusely decorated late 18th/early 19th century Turkish flintlock blunderbuss pistol. Some sources identify this type of rifle-style firearm as a "Knee Pistol". The name came from the way of firing the gun by the horse rider, when the butt was pressed against the knee. Round, Spanish-style barrel, with beautiful deep engraving in its rear part, and fantastic Islamic style gold inlays (koftgari) in its front part (please, see pictures). The barrel tang also displays a deep engraving. French style lockplate displays lightly engraved floral motifs and the gunmaker's signature. French style, very good quality flintlock. These parts were very often imported to Turkey from Western Europe. Some light floral engraving on the hammer and on some other part of the flintlock. Typical Turkish blunderbuss style stock with a beautifully shaped carbine buttstock. The entire stock is decorated in floral motifs with inletted brass wire. Iron buttplate, trigger guard and counter plate. The blunderbuss pistol is of considerably higher quality than usually encountered. CONDITION: Excellent. Beautifully preserved engraving and gold inlays on the barrel. Some light patina on the flint lock and on the lock plate. The iron trigger guard and butt plate are well preserved. The butt plate shows some occasional gray patina. The stock is in excellent condition with some small handling marks. Very small chip of wood is missing from the lower part of the butt stock, next to the butt plate (please, see pictures). Some decorative brass wires on the stock are getting loose. European style flintlock is in working order. Fantastic quality Turkish knee pistol! Overall length: 18.5 inches. Barrel length: 8.5 inches. Barrel diameter at the muzzle: 2 inch. (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul" , by Anthony C. Tirri, pp.126-128)
Balkan Tanchika Miquelet Pistol/Carbine with Unusual Leather Holster Caliber: 16 mm Price: $1875 Inventory # apf_0068 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Very attractive Balkan Tanchika miquelet pistol/carbine with an unusual leather holster. This seems to be a conversion (cut down) of the Tanchika musket. The period holster was purposely made for this pistol/carbine. The holster is probably more unusual than Tanchika (I have not seen another one)! The Tanchika style is usually associated with Albania, although these guns were used throughout the Balkans in 18th and 19th Century. The design reflects both, Oriental and European influences. Good quality half round, half octagonal barrel. Miquelet lock seems to be of Balkan/Turkish origins. The stock is covered almost entirely with brass and iron decorative sheets. One iron barrel bands. All the iron and brass parts of the muskets are elaborately decorated with floral motifs. The buttstock is covered with some decorative bone, mother of pearl, or shark skin plates (please, see pictures). Beautifully shaped and decorated iron trigger guard. The left side of the stock has an iron loop for a rope/lanyard. The leather holster displays some geometrical decoration. CONDITION: Fine. The barrel shows some scattered surface rust, and/or pitting. Some cleaning marks are also present on the barrel. The buttstock shows some wear, with some decorative plates, either missing, or damaged. The metal plates covering the stock shows some dark patina. Overall length: 24.25 inch. Barrel length: 11 inch. The leather holster is still in very good condition. The leather is soft and flexible. The stitching is original and strong. Very unusual set of Balkan Tanchika pistol/carbine with a period manufactured leather holster! (Ref. "A Glossary of the Construction, Decoration and Use of Arms and Armor", by George Cameron Stone , p. 259 figure 320/3, also in "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul", by Anthony C. Tirri, p.156).
Beautiful Turkish Flintlock Blunderbuss Pistol ("Knee Pistol") Price: $3975 Inventory # apf_0067 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Profusely decorated late 18th/early 19th century Turkish flintlock blunderbuss pistol. Some sources identify this type of rifle-style firearm as a "Knee Pistol". The name came from the way of firing the gun by the horse rider, when the butt was pressed against the knee. Round, Spanish-style barrel with somewhat fading silver decorative inlays. The left/upper part of the barrel display two Arabic gunmaker's markings (please, see pictures). French style lockplate displays floral motifs. French style, very good quality flintlock. These parts were very often imported to Turkey from Western Europe. Some light floral engraving on the hammer. Typical Turkish blunderbuss style stock with a beautifully carved carbine buttstock. Brass buttplate, trigger guard and counter plate. The saddle ring is attached to the counter plate. CONDITION: Excellent. The barrel has slightly fading blackened finish. Slightly worn silver inlays on the barrel. Some light patina on the flint lock and on the lock plate. The brass trigger guard and butt plate are well preserved. The stock is in fine+ condition with a couple of small dings and handling marks. The carvings on the stock are beautifully preserved. Small chip of wood is missing from the stock next to the muzzle. There is a small nail hole behind the barrel tang (please, see pictures). European style flintlock is in working order. Very attractive Turkish knee pistol! Overall length: 19.75 inches. Barrel length: 10.75 inches. Barrel diameter at the muzzle: 1 3/8 inch. (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul" , by Anthony C. Tirri, pp.126-128)
Nice Greek Miquelet Pistol Caliber: 16 mm Price: $2975 Inventory # apf_0066 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Nice 19th Century Greek miquelet pistol. The style of the pistol reflects both, Oriental and European influences. Miquelet lock. The lock plate does not show any markings. Typical Balkan style stock is covered with brass plates, that are decorated with engraved floral motifs. Brass trigger guard and butt. Both parts display nice engravings. Half-octagonal, half-round barrel. The upper part of the barrel displays some fading markings (please, see pictures). The ramrod is missing. The pistol is of considerably higher quality than usually encountered. The pistols of this pattern were used extensively in many wars in Balkans, including the Greek uprisings. CONDITION: The pistol is in overall fine+, all original condition. All the iron parts of the pistol, including the barrel, are covered with some patina. The stock is in fine condition with some minor handling marks and light dings. The lock works fine. The bore is in very good condition. The pistol does not show any repairs. All the parts are original to the pistol. Very attractive 19th century Greek pistol! Overall length: 19 inch. Barrel length: 11.5 inch. (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul", by Anthony C. Tirri, pp.159-165)
Nice Albanian "Rat Tail" Miquelet Pistol Caliber: 14 mm Price: $1675 Inventory # apf_0065 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Profusely decorated early 19th Century Albanian miquelet "rat tail" pistol. Albania was a part of the Ottoman Empire at the time. The region was famous for a large number of gun makers, who manufactured this kind of pistol in big quantities for the Ottoman army. The entire stock is covered with lightly engraved brass plates, which is a characteristic feature of Albanian pistols. The pistol is decorated with ornamental motifs. Round barrel with twisted steel pattern. The upper part of the barrel displays some fading markings (please, see pictures). One brass barrel band. Complete with an iron ramrod. The pistols of this pattern were used extensively in many wars in Balkans, including the Greek uprisings. CONDITION: The pistol is in overall excellent, all original condition. The barrel shows some scattered light patina (please, see pictures). The stock is solid and nicely preserved. The bore is in very good condition. Miquelet lock is in working order. The pistol does not show any repairs. All the parts are original to the pistol. Overall length: 19.25 inch. Barrel length: 11.25 inch. Very nice example of the Albanian "Rat Tail" miquelet pistol. (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul" , by Anthony C. Tirri, p.159)
Albanian "Rat Tail" Miquelet Pistol Caliber: 16 mm Price: $1275 Inventory # apf_0064 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Profusely decorated early 19th Century Albanian miquelet "rat tail" pistol. Albania was a part of the Ottoman Empire at the time. The region was famous for a large number of gun makers, who manufactured this kind of pistol in big quantities for the Ottoman army. The entire stock is covered with lightly engraved brass plates, which is a characteristic feature of Albanian pistols. The pistol is decorated with ornamental motifs. The barrel displays a museum, or perhaps, a collection number (please, see pictures). Half-octagonal, half-round barrel. Two brass barrel band decorated in oriental motifs. Complete with an original iron ramrod. The pistols of this pattern were used extensively in many wars in Balkans, including the Greek uprisings. CONDITION: The pistol is in overall fine, all original condition. The barrel shows some patina and/or light surface rust (please, see pictures). The stock is solid and nicely preserved. The bore is in very good condition. Miquelet lock is in working order. The pistol does not show any repairs. All the parts are original to the pistol. Overall length: 20 inch. Barrel length: 12 inch. Nice example of the Albanian "Rat Tail" miquelet pistol. (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul" , by Anthony C. Tirri, p.159)
Unusual Albanian/Turkish "Rat Tail" Miquelet Pistol Caliber: 16 mm Price: $2975 Inventory # apf_0063 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Unusual, profusely decorated early 19th Century Albanian/Turkish miquelet "rat tail" pistol. Albania was a part of the Ottoman Empire at the time. The region was famous for a large number of gun makers, who manufactured this kind of pistol in big quantities for the Ottoman army. The entire stock is covered with lightly engraved iron and brass plates. This is is a characteristic feature of Albanian pistols. Most of these plates are made out of iron, rather than brass, which is a bit unusual for Albanian pistols. The hilt of the pistol displays Turkish, Trabizon style, decoration with some red corals and one semi-precious stone (please, see pictures). The pistol is decorated with ornamental motifs. Round barrel with twisted steel pattern. Complete with an original iron ramrod. The pistols of this pattern were used extensively in many wars in Balkans, including the Greek uprisings. CONDITION: The pistol is in overall fine condition. The barrel shows some patina and/or surface rust (please, see pictures). The stock is nicely preserved. The bore is in very good condition. Miquelet lock is in working order. Overall length: 20 inch. Barrel length: 12.5 inch. Very nice example of the Albanian/Turkish "Rat Tail" miquelet pistol. (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul" , by Anthony C. Tirri, p.159)
Albanian "Rat Tail" Miquelet Pistol Caliber: 14 mm Price: $1275 Inventory # apf_0062 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Profusely decorated early 19th Century Albanian miquelet "rat tail" pistol. Albania was a part of the Ottoman Empire at the time. The region was famous for a large number of gun makers, who manufactured this kind of pistol in big quantities for the Ottoman army. The entire stock is covered with lightly engraved brass plates, which is a characteristic feature of Albanian pistols. The pistol is decorated with ornamental motifs. The lock plate displays the gun maker mark in Arabic characters. The left side of the barrel displays a museum, or perhaps, a collection number (please, see pictures). Half-octagonal, half-round barrel. Two brass barrel band decorated in oriental motifs. Complete with a simple iron ramrod (probably, a replacement). The pistols of this pattern were used extensively in many wars in Balkans, including the Greek uprisings. CONDITION: The pistol is in overall fine, all original condition. The barrel shows some scattered light patina. The miquelet lock shows some brown patina. The stock is solid and nicely preserved. The bore is in very good condition. Miquelet lock is in working order. The pistol does not show any repairs. All the parts are original to the pistol, except for the ramrod. Overall length: 21.25 inch. Barrel length: 13 inch. Nice example of the Albanian "Rat Tail" miquelet pistol. (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul" , by Anthony C. Tirri, p.159)
Albanian "Rat Tail" Miquelet Pistol Caliber: 16 mm Price: $1275 Inventory # apf_0061 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Profusely decorated early 19th Century Albanian miquelet "rat tail" pistol. Albania was a part of the Ottoman Empire at the time. The region was famous for a large number of gun makers, who manufactured this kind of pistol in big quantities for the Ottoman army. The entire stock is covered with lightly engraved brass plates, which is a characteristic feature of Albanian pistols. The pistol is decorated with ornamental motifs. Half-octagonal, half-round barrel. Two brass barrel band decorated in oriental motifs. Complete with an original iron ramrod. The pistols of this pattern were used extensively in many wars in Balkans, including the Greek uprisings. CONDITION: The pistol is in overall fine, all original condition. The barrel shows some patina and/or light surface rust (please, see pictures). The stock is solid and nicely preserved. The bore is in very good condition. Miquelet lock is in working order. The pistol does not show any repairs. All the parts are original to the pistol. Overall length: 22.25 inch. Barrel length: 13.5 inch. Nice example of the Albanian "Rat Tail" miquelet pistol. (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul" , by Anthony C. Tirri, p.159)
Turkish Flintlock Pistol Caliber: 15 mm Price: $675 Inventory # apf_0060 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Turkish 19th Century flintlock pistol with interesting markings. The style of the pistol reflects both, Oriental and European influences. Round barrel with engraved and silver inlaid floral motifs. The back of the barrel displays a silver inlaid cross (!). French style lock plate with some intriguing markings (please, see pictures). French style, very good quality flintlock. These parts were very often imported to Turkey from Western Europe. Iron butt. Brass trigger guard and counter plate with some engraving. The butt, hammer and lock plate are lightly engraved in floral motifs. The barrel band, or perhaps bronze wire which kept stock and barrel together, is missing. Wooden ramrod. The upper part of the buttstock shows some light carving. The pistols of this pattern were used extensively in many wars in Balkans, including the Greek uprisings. CONDITION: The pistol is in overall fair to good condition. All the iron parts of the pistol, including the barrel, are covered with light, uncleaned patina. The silver inlays on the barrel are somewhat worn. The stock is in fair condition only, with some wear, cracks, handling marks and dings (please, see pictures). The lock works fine. The bore is in very good condition. All the parts are original to the pistol. Interesting 19th century Turkish flintlock pistol! Overall length: 14.75 inch. Barrel length: 8.75 inch. (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul", by Anthony C. Tirri, pp.161-165)
Elaborately Decorated Persian Miquelet Knee Pistol Caliber: 16 mm Price: $3575 Inventory # apf_0054 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Profusely decorated Persian miquelet pistol from the early 19th Century. Some sources identify this type of the rifle-style firearm as a "Knee Pistol". The name came from the way of firing the gun by the horse rider, when the butt was pressed against the knee. The reference books usually identify this weapon as either Azari, or Persian. The pistol is decorated with ornamental motifs. Typical Azari/Persian blunderbuss style stock with carbine buttstock. The stock is decorated with inlaid bone and bronze pins. Bone buttplate. Good quality barrel with maker markings and some engraving. The pistol was either manufactured without the barrel band, or the latter is missing. No provision for the ramrod. CONDITION: The pistol is in overall fine, all original condition. The iron parts of the pistol, including the barrel and the miquelet lock are covered with brown patina. The front counter screw is missing. The stock shows some handling marks and light dings, but no cracks. Some minor wear to the decorations on the stock, with some small pieces missing. The lock needs adjustment, as the hammer does not stay open. The bore is in very good condition. The pistol does not show any repairs. All the parts are original to the pistol. Attractive early 19th century Persian knee pistol! Overall length: 20.75 inch. Barrel length: 13.5 inch. (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul", by Anthony C. Tirri, p. 203)
Very Decorative Balkan/Turkish Flintlock Pistol Caliber: 18 mm Price: $2475 Inventory # apf_0052 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Very decorative 19th Century Balkan/Turkish flintlock pistol. The style of the pistol reflects both, Oriental and European influences. Half-octagonal, half-round barrel. French style lock plate with unrecognizable markings (they meant to be unrecognizable as most of the gun makers in the Balkan region were illiterate at the time). French style, very good quality flintlock. These parts were very often imported to Turkey from Western Europe. Typical Balkan style stock decorated with inlaid wire, mother of pearl and brass/iron plates. Iron counter plate, trigger guard and butt. The latter displays nice engravings. Non-functional wooden ramrod is a part of the stock. The pistols of this pattern were used extensively in many wars in Balkans, including the Greek uprisings. CONDITION: The pistol is in overall fine, all original condition. All the iron parts of the pistol, including the barrel, are covered with brown patina. The stock is in very good condition with some minor handling marks and light dings. Some wear to the right side of the forestock, near the muzzle (please, see pictures). Some minor wear to the decorations on the stock, with a couple of small pieces of wire missing. The lock needs adjustment, as the trigger does not release the hammer every time. The bore is in very good condition. The pistol does not show any repairs. All the parts are original to the pistol. Attractive 19th century Balkan/Turkish flintlock pistol! Overall length: 19.5 inch. Barrel length: 14.5 inch. (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul", by Anthony C. Tirri, pp.161-165)
Turkish or Middle Eastern Miquelet Pistol Caliber: 16 mm Price: $1575 Inventory # apf_0034 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Turkish or Middle Eastern 18/19th Century miquelet pistol. The style copies both, European and Oriental patterns. The lock is similar to many locks found in Turkish muskets. The stock may be of Turkish or Middle Eastern origins. The miquelet hammer is lightly engraved. Beautifully engraved back of the barrel. Some brass inlays to the barrel. CONDITION: The pistol is in overall fine condition. The barrel and the trigger guard are covered by patina. The stock is nice and without any cracks. Very good bore. Miquelet lock is in working order. The pistol does not show any repairs. Overall length: 20 inch. Barrel length: 13.5 inch.
A Matching Pair of Turkish Flintlock Pistols Caliber: 16 mm Price: $2575 Inventory # apf_0025 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: A matching pair of Turkish 19th Century flintlock pistols! The style copies the European patterns. Profusely decorated stocks are covered with brass and silver inlays. The lock plates and hammer are lightly engraved. Beautifully engraved backs of the barrels. Much nicer Turkish flintlock pistols, than usually seen! The pistols of this pattern were used extensively in many wars in Balkans, including the Greek uprisings. CONDITION: The pistols are in overall fine, all original condition. Several pieces of silver wire inlays are missing from the stocks. The stocks are nice with only couple of hairline surface cracks. Very good bores. European style flintlocks are in working order. The pistols do not show any repairs. All original and complete. Overall length: 15.75 inch. Barrel length: 8.75 inch. A matching pair of Turkish flintlock pistols is difficult to find! (Ref. "Islamic Weapons. Maghrib to Moghul" , by Anthony C. Tirri, p.125)
Beautiful Caucasian/Cossack Men's Belt (19th Century) Price: $1675 Inventory # dag_0066 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Beautiful 19th century Caucasian/Cossack men's belt! Natural color high quality leather with elaborately decorated six silver niello fittings. The belt was an essential part of the Caucasian dress. The pistols and kindjals were usually attached to the belt in the society where every man was a warrior. No maker's signature is present on the silver fittings. Similar style belts were manufactured and used in both, Chechnia and Dagestan. This type of belt was also used by Russian Cossacks. CONDITION: Fine. The leather is still soft and flexible. The silver fittings are well preserved. Very attractive Caucasian belt! (Ref. "Chechen Arms" , by Isa Askhabov, pp.102-133 and pp.167-169).