Mystery pistol

[zimmerstutzen]

Got this today at an auction with some other stuff. Got a some misc. stuff, couple barrels and this pistol for $80.00.

36 Caliber I'll post more pictures when I get it cleaned up. I see no markings or stampings anywhere.

 

[troutabout]

I'm suspicious of the arc welded front sight blade. Can't be THAT old..........

 

[zimmerstutzen]

Sight appears to be just a piece of sheet brass held in the dove tail by what looks like plastic putty

 

[hounddog]

zimmer, my impression is that you have a pistol of modern manufacturer made by an individual from various parts. the gun appears to be well made I am especially impressed with the metal reinforced grip. The gun just need a little cleaning up and you will have a nice shooting. for 80 dollars you got the gun and parts In my opnion you got a good deal for sure, clean her up burn some powder have fun congrats on your find yours hounddog

 

[ken.clements]

1842 cavalry pistol repro is my guess...its built on the same lines (barrel, ramrod, trigger, band etc)

 

[desi23]

Almost looks like someone made a home made replica of an 1842 service pistol but in a smaller caliber for target shooting. If the bore is good a little work and you might have a nice shooter there.