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Percussion pistol

Date About 1840
Medium / Technique Metal: brass, iron; wood: walnut
DimensionsHeight: 2.7 cm (1 1/16 in.) Barrel: 13 cm (5 1/8 in.) Width: 10.5 cm (4 1/8 in.) Length: 28 cm (11 1/16 in.) Weight: 0.6 kg (1.2 lb.)
ClassificationTools & Equipment for Science & Technology - Armaments - Firearms
Origin United States, North America
Object Number1983.63.39
DivisionMaterial Culture - Military Objects and Weapons
CollectionStewart
CreditGift of Molson Breweries Ltd.
Status
Not on view

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This project is made possible thanks to the generous support of the Azrieli Foundation and Canadian Heritage.