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NH 68469 Pistol, French

Pistol, French
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Title: Pistol, French
Caption: French .69 cal. Model 1733 cavalry pistol with its barrel shortened to 9" and a belt hook added on its left side. This was presumably done for naval use; the hook enabled members of boarding or landing parties to hang pistols securely on their belts, leaving their hands free to handle tackle or to climb bulwarks or rigging.
Description: Courtesy of Ashley Halsey, Jr. collection
Catalog #: NH 68469
Copyright Owner: Naval History and Heritage Command
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Original Medium: BW photograph
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