Summary
Percussion pocket pistol, cal. 100 bore (.360). Made by Baker, Hereford, England, mid 19th century.
Physical Description
Screw off, smooth bore, octagonal barrel 1 3/4 in. (45 mm.) long, overall length 5 in. (127 mm.). Box lock with central hammer, sliding safety bolt & folding trigger, finely chequered wooden butt, oval silver monogram plate. Lock engraved with foliate scrolls.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Mr William E. Cole, 23 Sep 1943
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Hereford Baker (Gunsmiths), Hereford, England, Great Britain, circa 1850
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Mr William E. Cole, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Stamped on barrel "Baker Hereford". Birmingham proof marks.
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