Unboxing a Gun 'For Emigrants of the Universe?'
Royal Armouries
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17m
In this episode of What Is This Weapon? Jonathan examines a curious Victorian-era pistol with a curious label...
We explore its design, its purpose, and the story behind its maker, touching on a unique moment in British firearms history.
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