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Combination Dagger and Wheellock Pistol

ca. 1575–1600
Not on view
Combination weapons usually were made as technical novelties and showpieces and therefore, often are highly decorated. The finely etched strapwork pattern on this example also is found on the best German firearms, edged weapons, and armor of the late sixteenth century. Before firing this dagger-pistol, the tip of the blade had to be removed, revealing the muzzle of the gun barrel.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Combination Dagger and Wheellock Pistol
  • Date: ca. 1575–1600
  • Geography: possibly Saxony
  • Culture: German, possibly Saxony
  • Medium: Steel, wood
  • Dimensions: L. 18 15/16 in. (48.1 cm); L. of blade 13 13/16 in. (35.1 cm); L. of blade (without tip) 11 11/16 in. (29.7 cm); L. of quillons 4 1/4 in. (10.8 cm); Cal. .29 in. (7.4 mm); Wt. 1 lb. 11 oz. (765.4 g)
  • Classification: Combination Weapons
  • Credit Line: Gift of William H. Riggs, 1913
  • Object Number: 14.25.1280
  • Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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