Combination Axe and Flintlock Pistol

Silesian, Teschen

last quarter of the 18th century

Not on view

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Title: Combination Axe and Flintlock Pistol
Date: last quarter of the 18th century
Geography: Teschen
Culture: Silesian, Teschen
Medium: Steel, wood (walnut), staghorn, mother-of-pearl
Dimensions: L. 27 in. (68.6 cm); W. 5 1/4 in. (13.3 cm); L. of barrel 15 in. (38.1 cm); Cal. .40 in. (10.2 mm); Wt. 1 lb. 9 oz. (708.7 g)
Classification: Firearms-Pistols-Miquelet
Credit Line: Gift of Mrs. George S. Amory, 1964
Object Number: 64.203.2
Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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