Ancient Resource
Ornate 1800's Parlor Pistol // Favorite of the Undercover Card Game
Product Description
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
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Shipping AvailabilityCanada, United States
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Shipping PolicyDiscounted Shipping
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Discounted Shipping$60.00 first item / $60.00 each additional
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Ship In2-3 weeks ⓘ
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Return PolicyFinal sale, not eligible for return or cancellation
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