A Percussion Dueller by D. Egg
A Percussion Duelling Pistol by D.Egg, London. With sighted octagonal barrel, signed in gold, D.EGG LONDON on the top flat and fitted with rear-sight towards the breech, double gold line, foliate engraved tang and screw, signed bevelled lock with sliding safety, the tail of the lock decorated with stands of arms, full-stocked in walnut and cut with characteristic chequering at the grip, horn fore-end, engraved steel mounts comprising elaborately engraved butt cap, trigger guard with stands of arms on the bow, turned ramrod-rod pipes, with horn-tipped ramrod. (Small repairs to the woodwork by the lock and muzzle).
Son of Leonz Egg, gunmaker, Switzerland. Born 1748, baptised Urs Christian. After a short stay in Paris, came to London and worked for John Twigg, 1772. Granted denization in 1791. Gunmaker & Sword Cutler. Became gunmaker to George IV & Duke of York. Renowned for his fine workmanship.
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