#37 • Pair of J.A. Kuchenreuter Flintlock Holster Pistols

Part of The Ray Howser Firearms Collection, 1931-2026 (timed auction by Lewis & Grant Auctions)

Starting at $750.00

Status: Available

Live bidding starts Nov 20, 2026 10:00 AM EST

.460 bore diameter, 11" part octagonal to round chiseled barrels, NSN. Johann Andreas Kuchenreuter (1716–1795) the most celebrated gunsmith from the Kuchenreuter family of Regensburg, Bavaria.  His masterpieces in gunmaking were highly prized by nobles, royalty and high ranking military officers. The curved lockplates are marked "J.A. Kuchenreuter". Plain locks with carved walnut stocks. Brass mounted furniture. Original ramrods. Nicely chiseled barrels. The stocks with nice brass and floral designs.  The metal is gray and smooth with some light staining. One of the pistols has a nice restoration on the top of the lock near the barrel. One of the pistols have a a little raise in the back of the triggerguard.  Overall a very good set of flintlock pistols.