Paul, My name is Richard Elliott and I am the executor of an estate that currently holds 3 Colt 1908 Hammerless Automatic Pistol, shipped April 1920, Two older flintlock single shot pistols that resemble in my mind dueling pistols.
02 February 2026
Description

colt 1908 hammerless automatic pistol two older flintlock pistols

Dimensions

Colt 2" barrel length, other two are approximately 5" and 9"

Acquired from
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For sale
Yes
Answered within about 15 hours
By David U.
Feb 03, 09:06 UTC
Fair Market Value
$1,500 - $2,800 USD
Insurance Value $0 USD
What does this mean?

Hello, this item is a small mixed lot of three pistols consisting of one Colt Model 1908 Vest Pocket hammerless automatic in .25 ACP (2 inch barrel) with aftermarket mother-of-pearl grips, together with two earlier European flintlock single-shot pistols dating to the late 18th to early 19th century. The Colt appears to be a standard commercial example from the early 20th century, with polished steel finish and replacement grips, which reduces originality but adds decorative appeal. Condition appears fair to good overall, with surface wear and light handling marks, no visible factory box or papers, and no evidence of special factory engraving. The two flintlocks show typical period construction with wooden stocks, brass mounts, and engraved steel lock plates. Their proportions and decoration suggest civilian or travel pistols rather than a matched dueling set, and they do not appear to be a true pair. Both show age oxidation, softened engraving, and general wear consistent with genuine antique examples, with no visible maker’s marks from the provided images.

From a market perspective, standard Colt 1908 Vest Pocket pistols in average condition typically sell between USD 350 and USD 700, with replacement grips keeping values toward the lower to middle range unless mechanical condition is exceptional. Decorative but unsigned European flintlock pistols of this type usually trade individually between USD 600 and USD 1,200 each, depending on lock condition, completeness, and visual quality. As a small group, assuming all three are mechanically complete and legally transferable in your jurisdiction, a realistic combined resale range for the lot would be approximately USD 1,500 to USD 2,800.

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