Single Shot Percussion Pistol / Bruce Barr Hammer Pistol

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Notice how similar to an Allen pepperbox this pistol looks. Barrel is 2" long with overall length of 5". The barrel is part round and part octagon and .32 caliber. It is marked on the upper left flat "BACON & CO./NORWICH, CT." and "CAST STEEL" along with serial number of 32. Metal coloration is gray with brown staining. Light engraving on the frame is well worn. Two piece bag shaped walnut grips are in good condition only showing quite a bit of wear with a chip missing on the right side.
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