LOT 1325 Belgian Rimfire Pistol
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Late 19th century AD. An antique Belgian manufactured single-shot rimfire pocket pistol, the action with separately hinged loading gate and single action hammer with spur trigger; Liege proof marks. 127 grams, 12.5cm (5"). Property of a Nottinghamshire gentleman; acquired on UK art market; previously in a Nottinghamshire, UK, collection. These small calibre, cheap and often quite crudely made pocket pistols (sometimes known as 'Saturday Night Specials') were popular in the later 19th century as weapons for personal defence; large numbers were made in Europe. Sold as an exempt item under Section 58 (2) of the Firearms Act, 1968, to be held as a curiosity or ornament. No license required but buyer must be over 18 years of age. Condition Report Fine condition, mechanism does not hold cock.
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