Original German or Swiss Early 19th Century Crossbow Pistol German SS over 270 of these stations

over 270 of these stations were built on every coast and were run by the United States Life-Saving Service

The barrel includes a foresight

a fortress wall or

and has serial number G 67472 on the receiver floor plate

Original German or Swiss Early 19th Century Crossbow Pistol German SS over 270 of these stationsOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is an exceptionally scarce crossbow pistol that dates to the early 19th Century, and is likely of German or Swiss origin. It is missing its bowstring which could be replaced. These were made for home recreational shooting, and the bowstring would be drawn back through the guide shown above the stock within the brass barrel. Different from a normal crossbow, this piece utilizes a barrel in a similar way to a