JEWELLERY, ANTIQUE AND ART AUCTION Tuesday, 30 April 2019 / 9:30 am start

An c.1820 English percussion ‘manstopper’ military or coaching pistol

Realised: $425 plus premium

Lot Details

large 8” barrel faintly engraved ‘London’, captive ramrod and belt hook to left hand side. Possibly a private purchase as the 10 bore calibre is the same as that of the standard service musket. This model was used in the NZ Wars.


An c.1820 English percussion ‘manstopper’ military or coaching pistol Image 1++
An c.1820 English percussion ‘manstopper’ military or coaching pistol Image 1++