{"product_id":"original-victorian-era-german-over-and-under-double-barrel-43-caliber-percussion-pocket-pistol-no-29-circa-mid-19th-century-with-later-german-proof-marks","title":"Original Victorian Era German Over and Under Double Barrel .43 Caliber Percussion Pocket Pistol, No. 29, Circa Mid-19th Century with Later German Proof Marks","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an original Victorian era German over and under double barrel percussion pocket pistol, built in the continental European style and apparently dating from the mid-19th century. The pistol has two approximately .43 caliber smoothbore barrels arranged vertically, a broad European style bag grip, matching \u003cstrong\u003eNo. 29\u003c\/strong\u003e markings on both barrels, and later German proof and load markings indicating that the pistol remained in circulation well after its original manufacture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an antique black powder firearm manufactured before 1899. Under federal law, it may generally be owned within the United States without a special license or permit and does not require transfer through a Federal Firearms Licensee. However, state and local laws may vary. This firearm is sold solely as a historical collector’s item and has not been test fired or inspected for firing safety by a professional gunsmith. Any mechanical or bore observations provided below describe only its present condition and should not be interpreted as confirmation that the firearm is safe to load or fire. The purchaser is solely responsible for complying with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe smoothbore barrels each measure approximately 4 7\/8\" long, while the pistol measures about 10\" overall. Their construction appears consistent with barrels intended to be unscrewed for loading, though both are currently frozen and have not been forced. The wooden bag grip is somewhat broader than many pocket pistol grips of this general type and shows honest handling wear from use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe metalwork has extensive old oxidation and pitting, which has softened or completely obscured some of the original markings. Both barrels are marked on the left side:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e29\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese matching numbers may represent a serial or assembly number, though their exact factory meaning cannot be confirmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe right side of each barrel carries faint German proof markings that appear to include a \u003cstrong\u003eCrown over U\u003c\/strong\u003e type inspection mark, used from the mid 19th century onwards. The barrels also retain partially legible load information, somewhat overlapped and unevenly struck, which appears to read:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3gr N.G.P. M\/71\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7gr Bl.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eN.G.P. M\/71\u003c\/em\u003e marking refers to \u003cem\u003eNeues Gewehr-Pulver M\/71\u003c\/em\u003e, a German Model 1871 powder standard, with the additional marking apparently giving the corresponding projectile or load information. These later markings are consistent with an older percussion pistol having been subsequently submitted to German proof or inspection requirements after its original manufacture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall condition is service worn and heavily aged, with extensive old pitting and a dark mottled patina across the barrels and lockwork. The wooden grip is better preserved, showing substantial handling wear but remaining visually complete.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMechanically, the pistol is offered as is. Neither lock currently functions correctly: the left side sear does not engage, while the right side hammer can be brought to half cock but will not release normally, although the hammer can still be lowered manually. The frozen barrels and malfunctioning lockwork have not been forced or disassembled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its unusual over and under double barrel configuration, approximately .43 caliber smoothbores, matching No. 29 markings, broad continental bag grip, and later German proof and load markings, this is an interesting surviving Victorian era percussion pocket pistol. Its heavy pitting, frozen barrels, and nonfunctional lockwork are fully disclosed, making it best suited to an antique firearm, continental percussion pistol, German proof mark, or 19th century defensive arms collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYear of Manufacture: circa 1840\u003cbr\u003eBore Diameter: about .43\"\u003cbr\u003eAmmunition Type: Lead Ball \u0026amp; Powder with Percussion Cap\u003cbr\u003eBarrel Length: 4 7\/8 inches\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 10 inches\u003cbr\u003eAction: Percussion Box Lock - 2 hammers\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":45614877704261,"sku":"ONSV26JOS230","price":295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/6E908F6E-98B8-4B66-A6C3-494FFE00A53C.jpg?v=1787766716","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-victorian-era-german-over-and-under-double-barrel-43-caliber-percussion-pocket-pistol-no-29-circa-mid-19th-century-with-later-german-proof-marks","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}