Original 19th Century Arabic Marked Percussion Pistol with Damascus Barrel and Faux British Proof Martini-Henry Accessories The Oberkommando der Wehrmacht (OKW)

The Oberkommando der Wehrmacht (OKW) published the order the same day

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and it has maker markings on the head

The scabbard shows only some minor finish loss and light scuffing

For an authoritive reference see "FIREARMS OF THE ISLAMIC WORLD" by Robert Elgood Pages 67-76 for an almost identical gun now displayed in The TAREQ RAJAB MUSEUM in KUWAIT

Original 19th Century Arabic Marked Percussion Pistol with Damascus Barrel and Faux British Proof Martini-Henry Accessories The Oberkommando der Wehrmacht (OKW)Original Item: Only One Available. Dating from about 1835 1840, this Large bore single shot boxlock percussion pistol measures 12" in overall length and has a 6" damascus style octagonal barrel. The frame is highly engraved and bears what appears to be an attempt at a British Proof Stamp on the left hand side. However, it is definitely just an imitation. The grip is fluted in the continental style and has a decorated brass butt cap. The back strap of