Lot 29 Detail
Rare English Knife & Fork Pistol by Linsley Brothers, Leeds
.28 caliber, 3 1/2-inch blued octagonal barrel with top flat marked: Linsley Bros.
Leeds. Engraved floral scrolls at breech and gripstrap. Folding trigger. Engraved hammer.
Ivory grip scales, the sides removable by pushing forward, removing the scales to create
individual knife and fork elements with folding blades.
Condition: Good. Barrel retaining approximately 80-85% finish with
scattered wear and fine scratches. Polished steel with light wear and patina. Grips with
light wear with one fine hairline crack present. Hammer spring broken, needing repair.
Note: For discussion of curiosa knife pistols see page 124 of Firearms Curiosa by
Winant.
Estimate: $4000 - $6000
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