{"product_id":"original-victorian-era-belgian-brass-percussion-vest-pistol-with-bag-grip-liege-proof-circa-1845","title":"Original Victorian Era Belgian Brass Percussion Vest Pistol with Bag Grip \u0026 Liège Proof - Circa 1845","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a lovely percussion vest pistol, featuring a single piece brass body and a lovely \"bag\" shaped grip. The pistol was made in Liège, Belgium, almost certainly for the European and American export markets. These were quite popular for self-protection, and the small size made them easily concealable in a vest pocket. Pistols like this were equally at home on dark Streets of New York or of London in Victorian England. It features some lovely floral engraving on the sides of the lock, as well as on the tang of the receiver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pistol measures about 6 ⅝\" in overall length, with a 3\" smoothbore barrel. It is marked on the left side under the cap nipple with an \u003cstrong\u003eE \/ L G \/ * in an Oval\u003c\/strong\u003e proof, indicating manufacture in Liège, Belgium. There are no other markings on the pistol that we can see, but this is not uncommon, as often these were sold to retailers, who would add their own markings and decorations if desired. The pistol features a very nice wooden \"bag\" style grip, which is very comfortable to hold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition of the pistol is very good, showing a lovely mellow patina on the brass, and some light oxidation on the steel moving components. The pistol is functional, though a very strong trigger pull can cause it to fire at the half cock position. The bag grip shows only light wear, with a few small dents and dings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA very nice early Victorian Era self defense pistol, ready to Display!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYear of Manufacture: circa 1845\u003cbr\u003eBore Diameter: about .47\"\u003cbr\u003eAmmunition Type: Lead Ball \u0026amp; Powder with Percussion Cap\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 6 ⅝ inches\u003cbr\u003eBarrel Length: 3 inches\u003cbr\u003eAction: Percussion Box Lock with Top Hammer\u003cbr\u003eFeed System: Muzzle-Loaded\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTE: International orders of antique firearms MUST be shipped using UPS WW Services (courier). USPS Priority Mail international will not accept these. International customers should always consult their country's antique gun laws prior to ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40919930077253,"sku":"ONJR23HRAN41","price":595.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/ONJR23HRAN41__01_78910b6a-9e75-4698-b32d-9f8c91fc3e80.jpg?v=1705092885","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-victorian-era-belgian-brass-percussion-vest-pistol-with-bag-grip-liege-proof-circa-1845","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}