Sword Combined with Agujeta Flintlock Six-Shot Revolver
This combination weapon is from the French Royal Arms Collection, inventory number 288. Combination weapons were more technical novelties than practical arms. The presence of this example in the colleciton of Louis XIII probably reflects his strong personal interest in all aspects of firearms design.
Artwork Details
- Title: Sword Combined with Agujeta Flintlock Six-Shot Revolver
- Date: ca. 1620–40
- Culture: Spanish
- Medium: Steel, gold
- Dimensions: L. 32 1/8 in. (81.6 cm); Cal. .25 in. (6.4 mm); L. of barrel 5 7/8 in. (14.9 cm); Diam. at muzzle 3/8 in. (9.5 mm); Diam. at breech 7/16 in. (11.1 mm); L. of drum 2 3/8 in. (6.0 cm); Diam. of drum 1 1/4 in. (3.2 cm); L. of lock 3 1/2 in. (8.9 cm); L. of pistol 16 1/4 in. (41.3 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 12.2 oz. (800 g)
- Classification: Combination Weapons
- Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1904
- Object Number: 04.3.122
- Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor
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