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Box containing a PAIR of PISTOLETS signed LASSENCE - RONGE A LIEGE
Belgium - 19th century.
Steel, wood and silver.
Overall length: 43cm - Barrel length: 24.7 cm - Muzzle diameter: 12mm
Octagonal rifled barrels with ribbon damascus. They are marked on top: LASSENCE - RONGE A LIEGE in gold in a blue cartouche; breeches and breech tails engraved with scrolls. Silver dovetail-mounted front sight; sights adjustable in height by blued screws. Stamped with the Liège bench and numbered 3.
Flat-bodied plates engraved with scrolls. Percussion operation. Engraved dogs in suite with a scale finish.
Bridges with engraved finger rests.
Wing-shaped counterplates, engraved en suite.
Panelled cap knobs.
Varnished walnut mounts with carved barrels. Checkered crossbars.
Very good condition.
Varnished walnut case with brass corners and brass cartouche on the lid. Green felt trim. Double lock with key.
Complete with its original accessories, including a bullet mold and a high-quality ladle with pouring spout.
(46,8 x 30)
LASSENCE - RONGE: Manufacturers in Liège from 1842 to 1859.
Order no.: 4648
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According to article L311-2 of the French Code de la sécurité intérieure, this collector's weapon is classified in category D. It is free to acquire and hold. We remind you that their sale is forbidden to minors.
Ref: 41O1Y43756