Oriental System Pistol (concealed Dagger) - India Or Bordering Regions, 19th Century
Oriental system pistol (hidden dagger) - India or bordering regions, 19th centuryInteresting system pistol whose handle can be detached by pressing a push button and thus release a double-edged blade. Pistol covered with chiseled silver sheets. Barrel with sides. Flintlock of local manufacture. The internal spring of the lock is a replacement based on a steel rod. Due to the change of spring the mechanism works but the percussion of the hammer is weak. The stock is decorated with a beautiful elephant head in silvered bronze. The blade has a slight play. Total length 48cmBarrel length 27cmMuzzle diameter 16mmBlade length 16.2cmWeight 1066gr
3 000 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Condition of use
Material: Sterling silver
Reference (ID): 1641131
Availability: In stock
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