Pistol, Belt

Production date
1850-1853
 Description
A muzzle loading percussion .65 calibre belt pistol with a damascus twist barrel, Birmingham proofs, a fine chequered walnut butt and a captive ramrod. It has back sights and silver bead foresights fitted. The browning is removed and the bore is fair. The pistol has a expanded end floriate which is engraved . The trigger guard, lock plate and the butt cap are scroll engraved and the trap for the caps is floriate. There is a long spring hook on the left side to hook pistol on to a belt. " LACY & Co. LONDON " is engraved on the top of the barrel. It is one of a cased pair.
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Artist/Maker
Production role
Manufacturer
Production date
1850-1853
Production place
England/London
Classification
Armament T&E - Firearm/Armament T&E/T&E For Science & Technology
Credit line
According to family history these pistols were used to rescue a kidnapped infant after she was taken by a group of Maori.
Accession number
A58.655
Collection type
Small Arms
Firearms
Armaments
Militaria
Social History
Material
Metal
Wood

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