A significant etched, all-metal wheellock pistol

The octagonal barrel turning to round, slightly swamped at the muzzle. Smooth bore in 12 mm calibre. The Nuremberg proof mark struck at the breech, along with an unidentified barrel maker's mark and the modern collection number "50". The lock fitted with an external, half-edged wheel and an external safety lever. The spring-loaded pan cover with a release button. The lock plate struck with "BK" and a mark in the shape of spectacles. The engraved cock slightly bent at the root. The full stock made of sheet iron, lavishly embellished with finely etched birds surrounded by leafy vines. The hollow ball pommel with a hinged interior compartment. The iron ramrod replaced. Length 52.5 cm.
A rare Nuremberg, all-metal pistol of extraordinary proportions and with unusually high-quality, well preserved decorative etching.
Condition:II