A ROMAN STYLE FLINTLOCK PISTOL

Smooth-bore, two-stage, 14 mm cal. barrel, first octagonal (rear sight is missing), then round; roman style lock, engraved and chiselled with floral motifs, monogram "J A" inside. Wooden, full stock (small parts missing) with nice, bronze, engraved mounts. Butt-plate with medallion (part missing). Brass-tipped wooden ramrod.

Central Italy, 18th Century
length 49.5 cm.
Conditions: medium