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This combination weapon is from the French Royal Arms Collection, inventory number 288. Combination weapons were more technical novelties than practical arms. The presence of this example in the colleciton of Louis XIII probably reflects his strong personal interest in all aspects of firearms design.
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Title: Sword Combined with Agujeta Flintlock Six-Shot Revolver
Date: ca. 1620–40
Culture: Spanish
Medium: Steel, gold
Dimensions: L. 32 1/8 in. (81.6 cm); Cal. .25 in. (6.4 mm); L. of barrel 5 7/8 in. (14.9 cm); Diam. at muzzle 3/8 in. (9.5 mm); Diam. at breech 7/16 in. (11.1 mm); L. of drum 2 3/8 in. (6.0 cm); Diam. of drum 1 1/4 in. (3.2 cm); L. of lock 3 1/2 in. (8.9 cm); L. of pistol 16 1/4 in. (41.3 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 12.2 oz. (800 g)
Classification: Combination Weapons
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1904
Accession Number: 04.3.122
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