I have a real french black powder pistol from the 1700s, about how much is it worth?

It is in great condition.I have a real french black powder pistol from the 1700s, about how much is it worth?
Value is going to be totally dependent on what a collector figures the actual condition to be. Very often, buyer and seller will disagree on the definition of actual condition, which can make a big difference in the actual value of the gun. Plus, there鈥檚 a lot more that needs to be known about your specific gun before a fair market value can be determined.





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Your 1700s pistol is probably worth some decent bucks, and therefore worth the cost of a reliable appraisal. Check out http://www.gun-appraisals.com. This is a link to an online appraisal service that is fast, reasonably priced, and reliable. I have used them several times in the recent past, and always been happy with their service and results. Starting at $10, their appraisal would be a good step to take in placing a value on your pistol.


I have a real french black powder pistol from the 1700s, about how much is it worth?
You will need to provide a great deal more information before any estimate would be possible. Values for this type of guns run from the 300 dollar range to many thousands.





You could start your search by taking it to some of your local gun shops, someone may have enough experience to give you at least a reasonable starting point.
what ever you do DON'T take the first estimate use that one as a bench mark and get other estimates you may find a better price or not


and if not go back to the first offer and sell to him
Depends on maker, style, caliber and rarity. More information is needed.