Politics
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1800 up to 1850
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Mecklenburg until 1945
Pistol
- wood, brass and steel
- England 1821/41
- length: 40 cm
- length of barrel: 23 cm
The muzzle loader pistol was bought in England in 1821 (hallmarked D 17). In 1841 the very simple model was converted from a flintlock into a modern percussion lock.
The weapon was used until 1851 in the Ludwigslust dragoon regiment. It was then withdrawn from service.
Text: J. S.