French Second Empire, M1856 Horse Pistol, Percussion
This item is listed for historical interest only. It was listed on our site previously but has been sold and is no longer available for purchase.
Sold for: $375.00

Original era manufacture. Single shot, percussion pistol which looks to be about .56 caliber.Brass butt with lanyard ring, trigger guard, and nose cap; steel barrel, lock, ramrod and hammer.Overall the pistol is quite sound, with a nice vintage patina to it. There are no cracks in the stock, or deep pitting to the steel.The hammer will not hold at cock, or half-cock. However I removed the lock and moved the trigger around a bit, re-placed the lock, and was able to cock, and pull the trigger to release the hammer.   United States shipping only.