need info on this old pin fired gun
- Thread starter carp
- Start date
It looks like a relatively well made pinfire, probably Belgian. I can't tell more without better pictures and/or description of the markings, etc.
One thing to look for is the Belgian proof mark with the letters E L G in an oval, probably on the back of the cylinder. If present, that would definitely confirm Belgium as the country of origin.
Value is not high. Those guns were common in Europe and are more a novelty than a collecting field in this country. They sell, on an average, for $100 or so in working condition. A nice one might run $200-300 but that would be about tops barring something really special, like a presentation piece.
Jim
One thing to look for is the Belgian proof mark with the letters E L G in an oval, probably on the back of the cylinder. If present, that would definitely confirm Belgium as the country of origin.
Value is not high. Those guns were common in Europe and are more a novelty than a collecting field in this country. They sell, on an average, for $100 or so in working condition. A nice one might run $200-300 but that would be about tops barring something really special, like a presentation piece.
Jim
Don't know if you are aware of this, but there is a company offering a modern Pin Fire reloading kit available in various calibers, would be enough for one to occasionally put that vintage pinfire to use.
http://hlebooks.com/pinfire/prices.htm
http://hlebooks.com/pinfire/prices.htm