"Pair Of Flintlock Pistols By Pe Borde Paris (1680-1725) From A Museum"
Pair of flintlock pistols by P.E. Borde, Paris (1680-1725), from a museum. P.E. Borde, Paris (1680-1725), signed, carved, decorated with engravings and brass fittings, grotesque-patterned piston. P.E. Borde, Paris (1680-1725) is probably the name of a Parisian gunsmith specializing in the manufacture of luxury firearms, as indicated by the descriptions of flintlock pistols offered for sale, characterized by engravings, brass fittings, and decorative details. Who was he? Probably a gunsmith active in Paris at the turn of the 17th and 18th centuries. What did he do? He created high-quality, richly decorated flintlock pistols. Characteristics: They are distinguished by their engraved motifs, brass fittings, and grotesque designs on the stock. Production period: Indicated in the name (1680-1725), this specifies the period of manufacture. In other words, if you find a weapon bearing this signature, it is a luxury historical piece, made by a Parisian gunsmith. Materials: wood, steel, brass; Dimensions: overall length 52.5 cm; Provenance: PE BORDE, Paris (1680-1725). The crowned lion coat of arms, present on the stock, and the serial number are also mentioned. Condition: Very good, in working order.