This is a very good, large & heavy Model 1798 Austrian Dragoon / Heavy Cavalry Officer’s 15 Bore Flintlock Pistol. The pistol has a 9 ¾” round steel barrel (17” overall length), original iron ram-rod and original Walnut one piece full stocks with regulation brass furniture including cudgel butt cap with iron lanyard ring and brass muzzle block with cast blade foresight. The barrel’s smooth bore has staining and residue consistent with age and use. The lock plate has number ‘852’ which is repeated on the barrel and has inspection mark. The pistol has matching number ‘5’ on the trigger guard, fore end block and side plate. The barrel tang has Regiment marks ‘5.E.2.55’ (possibly 5th Regiment, E Squadron, 2nd Company, Weapon number 55). The barrel has Liege ‘ELG’ proof and other Imperial inspection marks (illustrated). The pistol has a heavy military cock fitted with flint. Its cocking & firing action is strong. The price for this substantial cavalry pistol worthy of further research regarding the Regiment marks includes UK delivery. NB As antique flintlock pistols no licence is required to own them in the UK if retained as a part of a collection or display. Sn 23049
£1,475.00