Original 18th Century Italian-Made Ottoman Silver-Mounted Flintlock Pistol with Carved Flamed Stock, Grotesque Mask Butt Cap, and Perforated Side Plate - Circa 1780 Russian Air Force Overall Length: 14 3/4 Inches

Overall Length: 14 3/4 Inches

while the frame shows a faded blue finish

so it is only currently secured on one side

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Original 18th Century Italian-Made Ottoman Silver-Mounted Flintlock Pistol with Carved Flamed Stock, Grotesque Mask Butt Cap, and Perforated Side Plate - Circa 1780 Russian Air Force Overall Length: 14 3/4 InchesOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is an impressive 18th century Italian made Ottoman flintlock pistol featuring a highly figured and extensively carved stock with elaborate silver furniture, the trigger guard being the notable exception. The most striking feature is the long eared silver butt cap, which terminates in a finely detailed grotesque mask. Additional decoration includes an elegant pierced foliate side plate and an ornate escutcheon