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[gunfinder]

Can anyone help me with what this may be? I found it going through some of my dads things. Thanks for the help!

 

[RJay]

It is an original , Belgium percussion pocket pistol, probably dates from the 1840's to the 1860's. At least I see what looks like a Belgium proof mark, but your pictures are a little fuzzy, these type guns were made by every European country and the U.S.. Clear photos of all the markings ( rub some chalk into them ) would tell for sure; Also a clear picture of the muzzle end and the area just forward of the Lock,

 

[gunfinder]

any idea what its worth ?

 

[James K]

Those are a good demonstration that old does not mean valuable. The English ones by a known maker and in top shape can bring $1500 or more; Belgian ones, with no name, and in poor condition run around $200.

Jim

 

[Hawg]

Belgium percussion pocket pistol, probably dates from the 1840's to the 1860's. At least I see what looks like a Belgium proof mark,

Yep it's a Belgian proof.