#5C • French Mutzig Model 1822 Percussion Pistol

Part of Douglass Hills Downsizing Auction (timed auction by Wardlow Auctions)

High bid $311.00

Status: Sold

French Mutzig model 1822 percussion pistol, with the caliber not indicated but believed to be .70 caliber. Features a 7.5" barrel, with the right side of the lock stamped in script M.re Imp.ale de Mutzig (meaning Manufacture Imperiale De Mutzig), with the left side of the stock above the trigger stamped MUTZIG. Marked further above the cartouche circle MI DMT 1855. Top of the barrel near the nipple is stamped M 1855. The top of the barrel left of the nipple is stamped C de 17 CA N. Ramrod is in place under the barrel and stamped 717. Action functions as intended. Numerous scratches and a few nicks are visible on the wood surface. There is an illegible marking on the right side of the barrel. Includes brass furniture with an iron ramrod and back strap, as well as a lanyard ring on the brass butt. (Available at Ops Supply for inspection, exempt from background check).  This item is included in an auto-extend bidding group. Any bid placed in the final minutes will extend the closing time for the entire group until no further bids are received.