Original U.S. Pair of Pocket Percussion "Muff" Pistols as used by Riverboat Gamblers U.S. Artwork & Posters Eventually after a siege of

Eventually after a siege of the Legations

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In the later half of the 19th century

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Original U.S. Pair of Pocket Percussion "Muff" Pistols as used by Riverboat Gamblers U.S. Artwork & Posters Eventually after a siege ofOriginal Items. Only One Available. Here we have a lovely pair of small pocket percussion pistols, usually referred to as "Muff" pistols. Like the "Philadelphia Derringer" pistols, these were designed to be lightweight, with maximum concealability. These were very popular during the days of riverboat gambling, as they could easily be held in the small pockets of a gambler's vest. These pistols both measure just over 5 inches in length, with 1 1 4 inch