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TWO MORE......
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Hi Rick,
Another gun!! Yes, according to Oliver, they are Montenegrin pistols. http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showth...ht=montenegrin Take care Kubur ![]() |
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I like it, thanks for posting!
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The form of the butt was intended to give the impression that the owner was packing a M 1870 Gasser pistol (which I believe fired the largest black powder shell of its time.) Since only the butt showed above the holster or silahluk, it probably worked. The most interesting thing about these Gasseresque flintlocks is that they were used well into the 20th century.
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As for late period use, I one time bought a couple of percussion pistols from Colonel Corry that were 1960-70's Iranian police confiscations from Kurdish tribesmen, still loaded! |
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Thanks for the replies. Much appreciated. Interesting the prolonged use of this grip style. The so called Gasser revolvers are quite popular with some collectors. Especially if you can locate one in good condition.
Judging by it's condition and alterations, the flintlock posted here looks like it was still in use during the early 20th Century. LOL Rick |
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