flintlock pistol

[mikeee]

If I were to locate an original flintlock pistol in working order, what would an average prise be? Thanks for any replies, Mike

 

[Coot]

There are too many variables to be able to give you a really meaningful answer. Quality of gun, rarity, condition, name recognition of maker, style or type of gun, collector interest, etc. all contribute to price. One gun could be overpriced at $200 and another underpriced at $20,000. You need to study the guns and the market for some time to begin to get a feel for values. As a starting point, you could check items offered by Flayderman, Flannigan, Gunbroker and other sellers. Flayderman has also published a guide to antique arms & prices - which is a good guideline but not a bible. Visit gunshows (those few that cater to antique arms) but realize that show prices are asking prices & not values - but those prices will set a ceiling of sorts. Enjoy the journey - it can last a lifetime.

 

[mazo kid]

You can also visit the web auctions and do some checking there. If an arm doesn't sell, then chances are that it is a bit overpriced.

 

[Mike M.]

+1, big time.

A cheap pocket pistol might fetch $500. A cased pair of flint duellers from a name maker can crack $30K.

 

[msuspartan]

google something like 'flintlocks for sale, or used flintlocks for sale and also watch a place called 'artfacts(dot)com'. I find that they have good auctions but patience is the key. You will not find it today most likely.

Cheers, Donk