Backward firing self defence pistol? The Anti-garotting firearm with firearmexpert Jonathan Ferguson

Published on May 12, 2021
Duration: 11:07

Jonathan Ferguson of the Royal Armouries examines a unique belt-mounted pistol designed for self-defense against garroting attackers in Victorian England. This unusual firearm, presented as a 'backward firing self defence pistol,' offers a glimpse into historical personal protection solutions and the ingenuity of early firearm design. The video explores the object's context and function.

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