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Learn MoreEnglish Air Gun Cane
- This highly rare weapon cane conceals an air gun
- Developed in England in the 19th century, air gun canes are sleek and discreet
- Circa 1890
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The first full-sized air guns were created by the Austrians for use against Napoleon’s armies.. . .
The first full-sized air guns were created by the Austrians for use against Napoleon’s armies. Once charged, these stealthy weapons could quietly fire as many as 20 rounds. Napoleon regarded the air gun as being so unscrupulous and contrary to the proper code of battle that he decreed anyone using the devise in battle would be beheaded.
Circa 1890
37 1/2" length
Period: | 19th Century |
Origin: | England |
Type: | Weapon Canes |
Depth: | 1.5 in. (3.81 cm) |
Width: | 1.5 in. (3.81 cm) |
Height: | 37.88 in. (96.2 cm) |
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