(A) SOUTHERN PERCUSSION BELT PISTOL, POSSIBLY NORTH CAROLINA.

Unsigned Antebellum era belt pistol of Southern form, possibly North Carolina. Large bore octagonal barrel engraved with 2 bands at the muzzle. Unmarked blacksmith converted percussion lock. Stock has a long slender grip with checkered back strap, tapering at the pommel which is mounted with a steel cap. Steel trigger guard and mouth. A brass band is mounted at the tip. Includes a later hickory ramrod. CONDITION: Good. Iron has a pleasant dark gray patina with some spotting. Stock appears lightly cleaned with a partially repaired crack on the left flat. Bore shows expected black powder abrasion. Lock requires some adjustment and does not hold in full cock.

Name

Value

Barrel Length

Caliber/Bore

.56 Smoothbore

FFL Status

Antique

Manufacturer

Southern

Model

Percussion Pistol

Serial Number