ANTIQUE 19TH CENTURY LADIES FLINTLOCK MUFF PISTOL
I bet that title got your attention!
No, this isn't a joke, but a legitimate name for this type of pistol. First, a brief explanation: as well as its crude meaning in modern English, in this context, 'muff' refers to a type of hand-warmer that was very popular with women in the Victorian period. These pistols, designed to be compact and easily concealable, could be hidden within the hand-warmer to surprise an unsuspecting mugger. They were in fact carried by women and men alike, but a lack of pockets on women's clothing of the period meant a hand muff was one of the few places a woman could conceal such a weapon.
This unmarked example is in stunning condition. Brass engraved fittings. Chequered Walnut hand grips with no cracks. Removable barrel with original removal key. Action works perfectly in fact the whole pistol is in virtually unused condition, comes in a mahogany box. You will not find better.
*Please Note
This pistol is legal to own in WA however if you wish to purchase this pistol outside of WA please check that you meet your state's regulations on ownership.
Australia Post does not allow transportation of pistols however I can send this with Pack and Send anywhere in Australia for $90 insured and to be signed for.