Pocket Pistol by David Nixon of Newark

David Nixon was an English 19^th century, general gunsmith who operated in Newark-on-Trent from around 1831 to 1864.

Offered here is a small pocket pistol made by Nixon around 1840.

The .34 caliber, round, smoothbore, screw-off barrel measures 1 ½ inches with the whole pistol measuring 5 inches. The barrel and breech have Birmingham proofs.

The frame has scroll engraving with ‘NIXON’ on one side and ‘NEWARK’ on the other. See photos. The action needs help to release from full cock.

The slab-sided grip is in a good used condition.

Sold as a collector item only.

Price includes postage within Australia, layby available.