Model : Pocket Pistol

Description: A large English 54 bore turn off percussion pocket pistol with concealed trigger. Box lock action with scroll engraving to the side plates with folding trigger and dolphin head hammer. Finely chequered walnut bag grip with un marked white metal escutcheon to the rear. Birmingham proofed turn off 54 bore smooth bore barrel with key wedge to the under side. Pocket pistols of this pattern are unusual in such a large form as this and it certainly would have been a very effective self defence weapon for a gentleman at short ranges. In good condition with nice grip, good mechanical order and metal work with much finish to pleasant blue, brown.