For sale is a Pedersoli Howdah Hunter SXS Pistol in .50 Cal. Serial number- HP3369. Mfg. 2013. Refer to the pictures for the condition. With twin barrels, the big-bore Pedersoli Howdah Hunter Pistol was popular with Europeans exploring the vast jungles of India and Burma in the mid-1800s. On a typical excursion, explorers and soldiers were part of an elephant caravan. Riding on a howdah (the basket perched atop an elephant) may look safe in today's world, but a century ago danger was imminent. Tigers could scale the side of a slow-moving elephant in the blink of an eye. To combat surprise attacks, the Howdah-style side-by-side pistol was created. Devastating "buck and ball"-load common in big-bore muzzleloaders used on dangerous game. Squeeze one of the triggers, and you'll appreciate the hand-conforming checkered walnut grip and the recoil-soaking end-cap counterweight. Its case-hardened lockplates are engraved with detailed wild animal scenes.
V1-G2
Barrel Length: 11.25
Bore condition: Good
Year Manufactured: 2013