Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Brass Barrel British Flintlock Pistol, c. late 18th/early 19th century, walnut stock with brass and iron fittings, lock marked TOWER, with a crown over G.R, and under the pan a government ownership mark, top of brass barrel marked LONDON with crown over crossed scepters, barrel lg. 9, overall lg. 15 in.
Estimate $500-700
Stock has some dings and nicks, lock has some light pitting and needs some internal work.
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