Ref 2540. A good English single barrelled percussion pocket pistol inlaid with silver wire decoration. .38 Muzzleloader

Largest selection of genuine antique weapons for sale in UK. See our website andrewbottomley.com. Ref 2540. A good English single barrelled percussion pocket pistol with a bronze frame. The butt inlaid with silver wire decoration and silver leaves. The rear of grip with a silver escutcheon. A silver lion's head mask fitted to the butt cap. The bronze side plates engraved with floral motifs. Fitted with a top sliding safety catch. The octagonal barrel approximately 2 inches long. Drop down concealed folding trigger. Action in working order. Birmingham proof marks to underside of frame and barrel. Calibre approx .45 Cal. Most of the silver decoration is present and complete, generally in good condition. A very attractive English pistol of obvious quality. Ref 2540. When in good working order this would be at least £​​​​​​400 more. 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.