An Albanian "Rat Tail" Miquelet Pistol/Oriental pistol with Catalan lock

Barrel octagonal in the chamber area, then cylindrical, calibre approx. 16 mm. Sparse cut Catalan lock probably marked by the manufacturer. Brass stock decorated with engraved rhizovillions reaching to the muzzle, two brass cuffs. Albania, 19th century, length 47 cm.

Barrel octagonal in the chamber area, then cylindrical, calibre approx. 16 mm. Sparse cut Catalan lock probably marked by the maker. Brass stock decorated with engraved rhizovillions reaching to the muzzle, two brass cuffs. Albania, 19th century, length 47 cm.