Original Rare Bavarian M-1869 Werder Single Shot "Bavarian Lightning" Pistol in 11.5mm - Serial 3645 19th Century as the stock is below

as the stock is below the lock plate level on all sides

A great example of a rare canteen

In a nice fully cleaned condition with no Maker markings whatsoever

The knife screws into a heavy brass cylindrical scabbard

Original Rare Bavarian M-1869 Werder Single Shot "Bavarian Lightning" Pistol in 11.5mm - Serial 3645 19th Century as the stock is belowOriginal Item: One only. These pistols are really like hen's teeth: so very hard to find. This is the first example we have ever encountered! Introduced April 18th 1869 and adopted as the Model 1869. Designed by JOHANN LUDWIG WERDER based on the Peabody and Martini Henry, the action of this rifle is truly fascinating. Equipped with "Opposed" triggers and a cocking lever mounted above the action. The forward "backward" trigger lowers the sloping block