Pocket Pistol
Culture
Birmingham
(England)
Date1782, modified in 1800s
Mediumsteel, walnut wood, silver
Dimensions18.3 × 9.8 cm (7 3/16 × 3 7/8 in.)
ClassificationsArms and Armor
MarkingsMask marked: lion passant, anchor, K. Underside of barrel marked with Birmingham private proofs.
Credit LineBequest of Stephen Salisbury III
Object number1907.171
DescriptionWalnut grip, silver mask at butt, steel barrel and ignition. Modified from flintlock to percussion lock in 1800s.ProvenanceStephen Salisbury
On View
Not on view
late 1700s-early 1800s
