Artefact
Artefact
Credit Line
Collection of Auckland Museum Tamaki Paenga Hira, 1923.32, W0280
Primary Maker
Place
Date
Circa 19th Century
Associated Notes
French style flintlock trade pistol, c.1800s
This gun has a very long barrel for a pistol, and was possibly altered in later years. It shows signs of a rod lug under barrel. The lock is cleared of military marks, a common feature of trade arms made of military parts.
No known history
Period
Signature/marks
W/3 & 15.2 / 388" or "588" (firearm serial number)
Media
Measurement Description
overall length: 495 mm
barrel length: 330 mm
height: 205 mm
cal. 12 mm (.660 inches)
Measurement Reading
Classification
Last Update
15 May 2023
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