Double-barreled flintlock pocket pistol – Boxlock type “Queen Anne style” (18th century)
 Rare and elegant double-barreled flintlock pocket pistol of boxlock type, in the so-called “Queen Anne” style, characteristic of British and continental production from the early to mid-18th century.
 General description
 • Type: flintlock pocket pistol
 • System: boxlock (internal mechanism)
 • Configuration: side-by-side double cannon
 • Period: 18th century (c. 1720–1760)
 • Style: Queen Anne
 • Origin: England or continental Europe (probably English school)

 This type of pistol was intended for discreet carry by travellers, officers or gentlemen, and represents one of the first achievements of the compact flintlock pistol.

 Features
 • Cannons: double, smoothbore, steel, mounted in parallel
 • Mechanism: compact and robust flintlock boxlock
 • Dog(s): typical double-priming configuration
 • Trigger: retractable (folding), characteristic of pocket pistols
 • Handle: metal (silver/steel grip type), finely engraved
 • Decoration: floral engravings and scrolls on the frame and handle
 State
 • Very good condition for a weapon of this period
 • Even antique patina
 • Engravings still clearly legible
 • Mechanism present (functioning not guaranteed, sold as a collector's item)
 • No visible modern restoration
 Markings
 • Decorative marking visible on the plate (name partially legible), in accordance with the artisanal practices of the time
 • Absence or discretion of markings is not unusual for this type of weapon
 Interest for collectors
 • A representative example of the highly sought-after Queen Anne boxlock pistol
 • Double barrel, a less common configuration
 • Authentic historical object from the 18th century
 • Perfect for specialist collections, museum displays, or historical studies
 Legal notices
 • Weapon predating 1898
 • Classified as an antique collector's item, not intended for shooting
 • Sale subject to the legislation in force according to the buyer's country

 Price: $1,495