Pistol, Pepperbox

Production date
Circa 1830s
 Description
A six shot bar hammer .36 calibre pepperbox pistol with finely engraved side plates, trigger guard, hammer and butt cap with a trap for spare caps. It has a finely chequered wooden one piece grip with a travelling safety under the hammer. " I.B. SHEATH / 29 STALL STREET BATH " is marked on one side plate.
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Artist/Maker
Production role
Manufacturer
Production date
Circa 1830s
Production place
England/Bath
Classification
Armament T&E - Firearm/Armament T&E/T&E For Science & Technology
Credit line
This is a top quality travelling type pistol. Given its age it is still in excellent order.
Accession number
A76.950
Collection type
Social History
Material
Metal
Wood

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