Allen & Thurber Sidehammer Target Pistols
General information
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Production period: ---Between late 1840's and begin 1850's
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Production quantity: ----Around 200
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 equipped with adjustable sights, a finger grip on the trigger guard, 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.
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Caliber: .41"
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Serial number: #99
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Length: Barrel:20,3 cm (8"), Total:32cm
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Weight: 877 gr
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Barrel marking: ALLEN & THURBER WORCHESTER CASTSTEEL