#4 • Bar Hammer Pistol

Part of Downsizing Auction in La Grange (timed auction by Wardlow Auctions)

High bid $445.00

Status: Sold

Category: Firearms

Early-to-mid 1800's bar hammer boot pistol appearing to be 30 caliber with 3" octagon to round barrel. Marked with a serial number 50. This is a good example of a pre-civil war percussion single shot with nice engravings. The serial number is the only marking, on the underside of the barrel in front of the trigger guard. This gun could have been manufactured by Allen and Thurber. Back strap shows eight irregularly shaped stars. Screw is missing on back strap. Action moves as intended with wood grips. This small gun was often referred to as a boot or muff pistol. Size: 3" barrel Location: Ops Supply