Lot 30 Detail
Rare and Exceptional Double-Barrel Folding Knife/Pistol with Mother-of-Pearl Side
Plates
7mm, 4 5/8-inch part round/part octagonal barrels with banded muzzles and molded bands
at mid-section. Hinged breeches, the tops with diagonal banding. Side latches. Folding
triggers, one in the form of an awl, the other a cork screw. 4 1/4-inch spring-loaded
spearpoint knife blade activated by pulling left trigger. Blade ricasso marked: PB. Line
engraved bolsters. Bulbous shaped grip with carved mother-of-pearl grip scales. Brass
gripstrap. Overall, a handsome and unique curiosa knife/pistol
Condition: Fine to excellent. Metal with scattered wear and age
patina. Knife blade with minor chips to one edge. Grip scales with two period crack
repairs. Knife blade spring a bit weak.
Estimate: $6500 - $8500
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