Allen & Thurber Sidehammer Target Pistols

  • Production period: ---Between late 1840's and begin 1850's

  • Production quantity: ----Around 200

General information:

These single shot pistols were specifically designed for target shooting and are an improved and heavier version of the standard single shot pistols.  The pistol was available in .34, .41 and .45 caliber with barrel lengths varying from 6 to 10″.

Compared to the standard pistols, these were equiped with adjustible sights, a fingergrip on the triggergard and a ramrod under the barrel.

The pistols came in two sizes: the standard size and a large frame version.

Standard size model with 8" barrel

This particular pistol is from the Allen & Thurber / Worcester period.  

  • Caliber: .41"

  • Serial number: #99

  • Length: Barrel:20,3 cm (8"), Total:32cm

  • Weight: 877 gr

  • Barrel marking: ALLEN & THURBER WORCHESTER CASTSTEEL

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