Original French Garter Pistol with Bible - Circa 1865 British Swagger Stick It was the last of

It was the last of 22 road and railroad bridges over the Rhine still standing after German defenders failed to demolish it

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

he served in the Peninsula War off Portugal

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

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

Original French Garter Pistol with Bible - Circa 1865 British Swagger Stick It was the last ofOriginal 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