Lot 305
Rare and Unique Engraved Belgian Curiosa Double-Barrel Bowie Knife Percussion Pistol
with Scabbard
Unmarked 8-inch clip-point blade with 4 1/4-inch false edge. .32 caliber, side by side
3 1/2-inch octagonal percussion barrels with Belgian proofs at breech. Floral
scroll-engraved frame. Double single-select fire triggers and hammers which form the
crossguard to the knife. Stag grip scales. Contained in custom brown leather scabbard with
belt loop. A unique and rare weapon.
Condition: Excellent for this item. Blade excellent showing scattered
light pitting but never sharpened. Barrels of gun with minor spots of wear and pitting.
Grips excellent. Mechanically sound. Scabbard with light wear and scuffs.
Note: For discussion of unusual knife pistols and revolvers see Firearms Curiosa by
Winant & Riling pages 34-36.
Estimate: $6000 - $8000
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