02 18th, 2008
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The Ring Pistol Spy Gun
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Tags: The Smallest Killing Device Of The 1800s, Images of a Ring Pistol with 5 Shot Revolver
This intricate – perhaps impractical – five shot revolver apparently does work.
Antique Ring Pistol
Produced in the 1800, the (probably French made) ring pistol is a perfect example of what was known as “la petite protectors”. The ring pistol once was one of the smallest killing devices ever developed.There doesn’t seem to be much info around regarding the practicality of the finger mounted firearm however, after a long search it appears some believe that:
“If it were fired, the smoke, flames, and noise would be considerable. The muzzle velocity would probably be so low that the powder burn would be worse than the bullet”
Ring Pistol Engravings
So may be it doesn’t classify as the most efficient killing device but considering when it was made and the craftsmanship it took to make, it certainly is an exceptional one off antique firearm. Hat’s off to the unknown creator.
Ring Pistol Initials
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Unfortunately this ring is a modern copy of the ” Le Petit Protector” and “Femme Fatale” 4mm & 2mm pinfire ring pistols. It was made by an american miniature gun maker in tribute to the originals. It is certainly not from the 1800′s.
@ J
Nice work J, we spent a bit of time trying to research this however it did seemed like there wasn’t much information regarding the originals or the modern copies…
Thanks for adding to the post….would you mind sharing with us your “inside source” of information on this fantastic little firearm?
Regards
nice wee pistol
They have one of these ring pistols in a large, perhaps the largest, exhibit of miniature guns located in Klamath Falls Oregon. They will have some history for sure.
Does anyone know where to get a replica of this gun, or who the American miniature gun maker is that made this one? I have been looking for a replica – they are munitioned often enough – but it is never mentioned where to get one. Thanks.