Working History — 1705-1746
Pistol, pocket pistol
Pocket pistols of this type were typically carried by travellers for protection against highwaymen and footpads. The barrel can be unscrewed for loading and cleaning.
- Category:
- Working History
- Object ID:
- A12793
- Object name:
- pistol, pocket pistol
- Object type:
- Artist/Maker:
- Hall, John
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- Production date:
- 1705-1746
- Material:
steel, wood
- Measurements/duration:
- L 120 mm, W 15 mm, H 70 mm
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- On display:
- —
- Record quality:
- 100%
- Part of this object:
- —
- Owner Status & Credit:
Permanent collection
- Copyright holder:
digital image © London Museum
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