Original Item: Only One Available. This came to us from a Collection that was put together in the 1950’s and 1960’s and remained in storage ever since. It is a truly charming small Percussion Pocket Pistol with an overall length of 7 3/4″, certainly Continental and very likely of French origin. This features a fold away trigger that only appears once the hammer is cocked. It has a 3 1/4″ screw-off barrel with a rifled bore of approximately 7/16″. The frame bears deeply engravings with foliage motifs and others.
The grip is made of Ebony and is fluted in the French style. The gun dates from 1840-1850 and was used for personal defense.
In lovely display condition.
Specifications:
Year of Manufacture: circa 1840-1850
Caliber: about 7/16″
Ammunition Type: Lead Ball & Powder with Percussion Cap
Overall Length: 7 3/4 inches
Barrel Length: 3 1/4 inches
Action: Percussion top action
Feed System: Muzzle-Loaded
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