Rare double barrel percussion knife pistol by Dumonthier & Sons (NVN), approx. .38 calibre, with 8.5cm barrels and central 21.5cm spear pointed blade, all with etched damascening, upper quillons serve as hammers for the percussion ignition with single drop down trigger and fluted nickel grips, in nickel mounted leather covered tin scabbard L33.5cm overall
£1350
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Condition Grade: 1 - Excellent: A lot in excellent condition with no damage (this item could be used or new).2 - Good: A lot in good condition, possibly with slight wear commensurate with age or minor restoration.3 - Fair/Good: A lot in fairly good condition but possibly with some wear, damage or restoration.4 - Fair: A lot likely in need of some restoration or not in working order.5 - Poor: A lot with heavy wear or damage and not fit for purpose, in need of full restoration or to be broken for parts.0 - N/A: 3 - Fair/Good: A lot in fairly good condition but possibly with some wear, damage or restoration.Usual age wear and patination. Left hammer does not fully advance the folding trigger. Blade with some spotting and small areas of surface pitting. Scabbard lacks metal tip mount. Minor dint to butt.
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