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Ornate 1800's Parlor Pistol // Favorite of the Undercover Card Game

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Rare and ornate European Single Shot Parlor Pistol, c. 1800s AD. Also called a “Saloon gun” this single-shot rimfire cartridge pistol could be easily concealed beneath a card table, where it could be kept cocked and one shot was all that was needed at close range. This wonderful example has a 5.5mm (.22 caliber) rifled octagonal barrel with crowned muzzle and dove-tailed front sight and notched rear sights.

Serial number is visible at the bottom; the enclosed action covered with deep-cut floral engraving, and the central hammer has an integral recoil shield. The steel fittings include deeply-engraved finger-spur trigger guard, matching fluted butt-cap with raised skull-cracker tip, and the varnished wood half-stock is deeply and ornately carved in a leaf-and-vine motif. In fantastic condition, with overall gunmetal gray-brown tone, some oxidation to the barrel. Stock has sharp carving, lovely grain and color. Action is smooth, inside of barrel with some black-powder pitting.

Product Details
  • Measurements
    14"L x 2"W x 6.875"H
  • OriginFrance

— Ex John Ackerman Collection
— Pistol Length: 14" (Measures 14”L x 2”W x 6.875”H With Custom Metal Stand)

Accompanied by a hand-signed certificate of authenticity which includes all the details, culture, dating, motifs/inscriptions when applicable, historical relevance, and provenance.

Please Note: This is an antique and not warranted safe to shoot, and it should not be attempted without the aid of an expert.

Shipping Information
  • Shipping Availability
    Canada, United States
  • Shipping Policy
    Discounted Shipping
  • Discounted Shipping
    $60.00 first item / $60.00 each additional
  • Ship In
    2-3 weeks
  • Return Policy
    Final sale, not eligible for return or cancellation

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