Original French Garter Pistol with Bible - Circa 1865 British Swagger Stick etc)- Brass Nose Cap- Sling

etc)- Brass Nose Cap- Sling Swivel- Barrel Band Springs- Sights- Small internal parts- Other minor bitsTypical Condition:- Will show rust and pitting- Will be covered in filth and grime and require extensive cleaning- May not operate- May be incomplete- Stock may be broken or cracked- May be frozen in grime

the was the weapon of choice for Gurkha hand to hand combat

the Regiment fought with the 9th Division in the offensive east of Ypres

Excellent Condition

A turn switch on the left hand side of the box lock frame determines which barrel is to be discharged

Original French Garter Pistol with Bible - Circa 1865 British Swagger Stick etc)- Brass Nose Cap- SlingOriginal Items: only one set available. This set is just enchanting. These two items came together but are a complete contradiction in terms. The first is an original French leather bound edition of the New Testament, published in Paris in 1865. The second is a most interesting very small caliber continental single shot pistol with characteristic barrel design of 5. 5 in length with a unique muzzle. Referred to as "Garter" guns one can well imagine