An unusual Spanish cavalry service percussion pistol. Octagonal barrel, later round, smooth-bore, calibre 20 balls per pound. Flat lock plate. Dated 1857. Artelleria Eibar hallmark. Marked ‘La Manola’ (?). Round hammer. Muzzle on the trigger guard. Interesting tilting safety mechanism covering the muzzle to prevent accidental discharge. Gun fitted with brass and iron fittings. Belt hook. Hinged ramrod. Mechanism in working order. Stock split and cracked. Overall length: 340 mm. Condition 1-.