Post by oldhippy on Feb 13, 2019 4:52:51 GMT
Pistols
The most common and collectible handgun is the pistol. Forms of pistols have been around since gunpowder was discovered in China during the 10th century, but the handgun as we know them today originated in Europe in the 16th century. There are quite a few impressive pistols like ones used in war or ones that belonged to historically relevant characters. Model 1911 pistols have been produced by many different companies throughout the years and were used by militaries around the world. Another highly desirable pistol is the German Model 1893 Borchardt. The Borchardt brand is known because the Model 1893 was the first commercially available pistol that was self-loading. If you do your research, you will find that certain makes and model of antique pistols continually sell for high prices because of their unusual characteristics or impressive history. Antique pistols made by manufacturers such as Volcanic Arms, Deringer, and Lepage are a few to keep your eyes on when you are browsing through catalogs.
Pictured is a uniquely engraved Early Ludwig Loewe & Co. Model 1893 Borchardt "Prototype" Serial Number 12 semi-automatic pistol with board shoulder stock, two magazines, and accessories. The stock is attached.
This is a uniquely engraved Early Ludwig Loewe & Co. Model 1893 Borchardt “Prototype” Serial Number 12 semi-automatic pistol with board shoulder stock, two magazines, and accessories. .
The most common and collectible handgun is the pistol. Forms of pistols have been around since gunpowder was discovered in China during the 10th century, but the handgun as we know them today originated in Europe in the 16th century. There are quite a few impressive pistols like ones used in war or ones that belonged to historically relevant characters. Model 1911 pistols have been produced by many different companies throughout the years and were used by militaries around the world. Another highly desirable pistol is the German Model 1893 Borchardt. The Borchardt brand is known because the Model 1893 was the first commercially available pistol that was self-loading. If you do your research, you will find that certain makes and model of antique pistols continually sell for high prices because of their unusual characteristics or impressive history. Antique pistols made by manufacturers such as Volcanic Arms, Deringer, and Lepage are a few to keep your eyes on when you are browsing through catalogs.
Pictured is a uniquely engraved Early Ludwig Loewe & Co. Model 1893 Borchardt "Prototype" Serial Number 12 semi-automatic pistol with board shoulder stock, two magazines, and accessories. The stock is attached.
This is a uniquely engraved Early Ludwig Loewe & Co. Model 1893 Borchardt “Prototype” Serial Number 12 semi-automatic pistol with board shoulder stock, two magazines, and accessories. .