^Lot 1 Antique Gold-Plated Continental ''Fist'' Pistol

Antique Gold-Plated Continental ''Fist'' Pistol, in original pipe casing, #122, 7mm PF cal., 1-7/8'' barrel group, near full coverage engraved gold wash finish, rosewood grips, with folding trigger and screw-in ejector rod in butt. Condition is fine retaining approx. 40%-50% original gold wash over foliate style Belgian engraving. Grips with some darkening. Good functioning action, scratch rifled bores are excellent. Exterior of Moroccan leather pipe casing shows scuffs and wear; interior with bottom portion professionally replaced. Est.: $1,800-$2,400. (Antique)