Antique 1850s BELGIAN Percussion LARGE BORE .69 “MANSTOPPER” Belt Pistol BRASS BARRELED Self-defense BELT/POCKET Pistol

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Antique 1850s BELGIAN Percussion LARGE BORE .69 “MANSTOPPER” Belt Pistol   

BRASS BARRELED Self-defense BELT/POCKET Pistol

Here we present an antique Belgian Large Bore .69 Percussion Belt Pistol, made circa the 1850s, in Liege, Belgium. Both London and Liege have long been manufacturing centers for the world’s arms trade. This small type of pistol was very popular from the 18^th and into the 19^th Centuries in Europe, as well as the colonies that features a large .69 caliber bore that would have been worn on the belt or holstered as it was possibly carried into battle after being privately purchased. This is a neat old pistol and one can easily imagine the sight of its gaping bore would certainly be a deterrent to would be scoundrels. It was of course made primarily for self-defense against ne’er do wells, especially in cities or traveling around the countryside.

The overall condition is good. Strong action. The bore is in good shape for its age. This example is lightly engraved throughout. A portion of the forend has been replaced with a piece of antique bone. The grip has a crack on both sides that shows slight movement with hand pressure. Liege proofed left barrel flat.

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Barrel is 4-1/4 inches.

Caliber: .69 Percussion

Overall condition as seen in photos.

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$1800
#233197