Summary
Percussion pocket pistol, cal. 55 bore (.437). Supposed to have been converted from flintlock.
Made by William Caton & Co., Preston, circa 1830.
Physical Description
Screw off, smooth bore barrel 1 11/16 in. (43 mm.) long, overall length 6 1/4 in. (159 mm.). Box lock with central hammer & sliding safety bolt, oval steel trigger guard, flat wooden butt.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Mr William E. Cole, 23 Sep 1943
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Mr William E. Cole, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Stamped on lock box "Caton & Co. (L.H. side) Preston (R.H. side)". Birmingham proof marks.
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