Possible Clues:

• Pistol, say, raised in action, beginning to misfire
• Weapon not seen at the front?
• E.g. sword or pistol
• Frenchman is up bearing cherished weapon
• Pistol not used at the front?
• Eg, a pistol
• Like many an infielder's throw
• Not high-pitched?
• Weapon to throw discus-style?
• Piece