(A) UNUSUAL AMERICAN PERCUSSION PISTOL WITH SPRING BAYONET

Unsigned although undoubtedly American, likely circa 1850. A massive holster size pistol constructed with musket size parts. Most interestingly, pistol has a spring loaded 7" fullered spear point bayonet which flips up from the underside of the barrel. Bayonet is spring loaded although catch is somewhat awkward to use. One piece varnished stock mounted with an iron trigger guard and zig-zag engraved silvered back strap. CONDITION: Very Good. Iron has an aged brown patina with some spotting. Wood shows use throughout included a few small splits. Black powder abraded bore. Fine mechanics.

Name

Value

Barrel Length

12 - 1/4"

Caliber/Bore

.65 Smoothbore

FFL Status

Antique

Manufacturer

American

Model

Percussion Pistol