Davide Pedersoli Mortimer Percussion Pistol .44, 10 in Octagonal Barrel, Adjustable Diopter Sights, Bright-Polished Barrel, Case-Hardened Furniture, 2012 Italian Reproduction
This Davide Pedersoli Mortimer Percussion Pistol is a .44-caliber, single-shot muzzleloader built in 2012 in Italy. It features a 10-inch octagonal, bright-polished steel barrel, an adjustable diopter rear sight with a dovetailed front blade, and period-style H.W. Mortimer & Son London inscriptions on the barrel top flat and lockplate. The checkered walnut, saw-handle grip and refined lockwork capture a classic target and dueling pistol style in a well-executed reproduction. The case-hardened trigger guard and fore-end cap display mottled colors that contrast nicely with the in-the-white barrel.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Displays minimal evidence of prior handling. The bore presents a bright, reflective interior.
What’s Included
- Davide Pedersoli factory cardboard box with end label 'Mortimer Percussion Pistol .44'
- Original manual
The pistol is a faithful reproduction with period-style H.W. Mortimer & Son London markings on both the barrel top flat and the lockplate. These inscriptions, paired with Italian proof marks and the Pedersoli circle dp logo, confirm its modern manufacture while honoring the historic pattern.
Its 10-inch octagonal barrel is bright-polished steel with an under-rib and single thimble. A wooden ramrod with a reinforced tip rides beneath the barrel, matching the classic single-shot muzzleloading percussion format.
The right-hand percussion lock uses a faceted hammer, and the action is secured by a single transverse wedge with oval escutcheons. A spurred trigger guard provides a steady hold consistent with precision-oriented pistols of the era.
Sighting is set up for fine aiming with an adjustable diopter/aperture rear sight and a dovetailed front blade. This combination supports careful alignment consistent with traditional target work.
The walnut stock features a checkered, saw-handle profile for controlled recoil management and a consistent grip. The barrel is bright-polished, while the trigger guard and fore-end cap exhibit mottled color case-hardening that complements the elegant lines of the Mortimer pattern. There is no metal backstrap or grip cap.