Original Irish .65 Bore "Man Stopper" Compact Flintlock Pistol by William Dempsey of Dublin - Circa 1820 Technical Books this example represents a bit

this example represents a bit of a mystery

sending out patrols that were able to contact the forces at Pointe du Huc

halbert or Swiss voulge) is a two-handed pole weapon that came to prominent use during the 14th and 15th centuries

The metalwork on the pistol is really in fantastic shape

This example measures 34 1/2" in overall length with a massive 28 ½ " blade bearing a single fuller down each side

Original Irish .65 Bore "Man Stopper" Compact Flintlock Pistol by William Dempsey of Dublin - Circa 1820 Technical Books this example represents a bitOriginal Item: Only one available. This is a lovely compact Irish flintlock pistol in a very large 0. 65" bore with a heavy walled barrel. These were often called "man stoppers" as they were intended for relatively close range use, firing a large bullet that would knock a grown man over. This example is marked Dempsey on the lock plate, for known Dublin, Ireland gunsmith William Dempsey, who worked approximately 1790 1820. We have found several other