A Giffard 4.5cal. CO2 pistol, no. 532, circa 1890, with tap loading canister action, the muzzle stamped ''Manufacture Francaise D' Armes Et Cycles Saint Etienne'' and proof marks, the lock plates engraved with floral scrolls, the grip of chequer cut walnut, engraved domed pommel with shaped finial, 17 1/4in. overall length.