Ref 3281. A scarce English Percussion Officers PIstol made by W Mills London. Circa 1830 .54 Muzzleloader

Largest selection of genuine antique weapons for sale in UK. See our website andrewbottomley.com. Ref 3281. A scarce English Percussion Officer's pistol made by W. Mills of London. Circa 1830. The makers name W. Mills engraved on the lock-plate. William Mills had a workshop at 120 High Holborn, London circa 1821-1844. 9 inch octagonal barrel of large bore (approx .54 cal) and engraved W. Mills London. V shaped rear sight. Two British proof marks stamped under the barrel. The finely chequered walnut butt fitted with an oval silver escutcheon. The hooked breech barrel held into the stock with two iron cross-bolts with silver escutcheons to either side of the stock. Engraved iron trigger guard and two iron ramrod pipes. Brass tipped ramrod. Nice crisp action with a very strong spring. Some minor dings/scratches to the stock, light pitting to the barrel otherwise in reasonably good well used condition. Overall length approx 14 inches. Ref 3281. This is an obsolete antique item and is sold as a collectors item only. No Licence is required in the United Kingdom. If you wish to purchase this item please visit our website andrewbottomley.com where you can pay by credit/debit card. Established 1968.