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£ 490 Ref 8931. British flintlock boxlock pocket pistol by William Jover of London. Muzzleloader
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Ref 8931. British flintlock boxlock pocket pistol by William Jover of London. Muzzleloader

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Holmfirth, North EastUpdated 9 months ago
Details
SubcategoryMuzzleloader
MakeRef 8931. British
Modelflintlock boxlock pocket pistol by William Jover of London.
MechanismFlintlock
Sale typeTrade
ConditionUsed
Manufactured Year18th century
Antiqueyes
CertificateNo Licence
Your reference8931
Recommended UsageCollection item
Description

Largest selection of genuine antique weapons for sale in UK, visit our website andrewbottomley.com Ref no 8931. An antique flintlock boxlock pocket pistol by Jover of London. Side plate engraved "JOVER" on one side and "LONDON" on the other. (William Jover was a gunsmith in London from 1784 to 1810 at 65 New Bond Street, and 26 Mortimer Street). Round turn off barrel, bore approx .45. Flat sided walnut butts. Stamped with two London proof marks and a makers mark under barrel. Showing some genuine signs of use. Hammer will not hold back at full-cock, one screw in the frizzen hinge now missing, otherwise in reasonable condition and working order. This is the type of pistol that would have been carried for personal protection during the late 18th century. Ref 8931.

This is an antique weapon and is sold as a collectors item only. No Licence is required in the United Kingdom.

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