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Large Unmarked Elgin "Cutlass" Style Percussion Knife Pistol

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military / Hand Guns - Pistols Start Price:2,000.00 USD Estimated At:4,000.00 - 6,000.00 USD
Large Unmarked Elgin  Cutlass  Style Percussion Knife Pistol
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Large Unmarked Elgin "Cutlass" Style Percussion Knife Pistol

Measuring 18 inches in overall length, with a 13 3/8 inch (measured from font of trigger guard) blade dovetailed into the underside of the 6 inch round barrel and integrated into the trigger guard. Fitted with a brass blade front sight and notch rear sight, with a serrated hammer spur and smooth bag shaped grips. Almost identical to an example photographed on the bottom of page 470 of the William Locke Collection, identified as a Morrill, Mosman & Blair Elgin Cutlass pistol.

Manufacture: Unknown
Model: Knife Pistol
BBL: 6 1/4 inch round
Stock:
Gauge: 36
Finish: brown
Grips: hardwood
Serial Number: NSN

Very good. The barrel and knife blade show a mixed brown and gray patina overall, the frame and lock show a darker color, and mild spotting and handling marks are visible overall. The grip is good, with some light dents and scuffs. Half-cock needs adjustment, otherwise mechanically good.