Medals & Coins, Arms & Armour - 17th May 2023
Lot 314
An English 16 bore double percussion belt pistol
Estimate £300 - £500 | Hammer £420
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Description
An English 16 bore double percussion belt pistol, side by side barrels 8 in., hollow top rib inscribed 'WILKINSON LONDON', hooked breech, Birmingham view and proof marks; back action locks with belt hook to the left; three-quarter stocked with brass furniture, the grip cap fitted with a heavy steel wedge for use as a club, first half of the 19th century.
(41mm overall length)