Locations: (C.B. Allen / Merrill, Mossman and Blair)
Springfield and Amherst, Massachusetts

Manufactured by two companies—C.B. Allen of Springfield, Massachusetts and Morill, Mosman and Blair of Amherst, Massachusetts. A unique pistol that has an integral knife attachment affixed to the gun barrel. Designed and patented by George Elgin and simultaneously produced by the two companies. Inspiration for this weapon was supposedly Jim Bowie, who at that time had made a name as a knife fighter with his large "Bowie" knife. Blades for these pistols were supplied by N.P. Ames of the famed Ames Sword Co. These pistols are much sought after and one must exercise caution as fraudulent examples have been noted.