Do you have a Greek pistol?

[Kubur]

Originally Posted by stelio

I think the dream of every collector(Greek, Ottoman or Balkan) is a pair of these wonderful Greek art pistols Roka type.Sylektis thank you for sharing your collection with us.Kubur your pistol is very beautiful and even with them the small wounds.
Stelios

Thanks for your kind words Stelios.
I have one question for Sylektis, what is the function of the small ring on your gorgeous pistol?

Best,
Kubur

[Sylektis]

Originally Posted by Kubur

Thanks for your kind words Stelios.
I have one question for Sylektis, what is the function of the small ring on your gorgeous pistol?

Best,
Kubur

Probably for decorative purposes , as you see in this example.

[stelio]

To say that the chain except for decoration and was a practical way to insure valuable items .

[stelio]

Two Greek pistols from Ioannina.

[stelio]

Some photos in sunlight

[stelio]

More photos

[rickystl]

WOW !!!! What beautiful Greek pistols !!! Thank you all for posting these photos. Much enjoyed. Notice the Greek pistols tend to use sculptured style triggers on all/most of their guns. Seems to be a trademak in their design.
Rick

[rickystl]

Originally Posted by Kubur

Thanks for your kind words Stelios.
I have one question for Sylektis, what is the function of the small ring on your gorgeous pistol?

Best,
Kubur

I notice the ring is positioned to the rear of the grip area. I can easily picture a carrying strap attached to the ring and suspended around the shoulder having the pistol hanging along side just below the waistline for ready access.

Rick.