Holster
Pistols (sometimes called Belt
Pistols) were designed to be carried on a person in a leather belt
holster or slipped through the belt. They are a medium sized weapon
with calibres generally ranging from 45 to 65. These pistols are
made in either Matchlock, Wheellock, Snap Lock, Dog Lock or Flintlock
styles. A Holster Pistol is usually solid enough to be used in
punching or other close fighting after it has been discharged.
A Dog Lock
Belt Pistol
Dutch pistol
Scottish Belt Pistols, Snaphance type
Sea Service Pistols
Sea Service
Pistols are Holster sized
pistols that are distinguished by being largely made of brass and
having a side clip on the body of the
pistol that allows the weapon to be hooked to the owner's holster or
belt. On land a dropped pistol is an inconvenience. At sea it can
be a financial loss if the weapon goes overboard. These pistols are
made in either Dog Lock or Flintlock styles.
A French Naval Pistol. Note the clip in the top picture.