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A Brass Barrelled Light Dragoon Service Flintlock Pistol by ''Wilson''. Late 18th Century/early 19th Century. 18-Bore.
Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria
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A Brass Barrelled Light Dragoon Service Flintlock Pistol by ''Wilson''. Late 18th Century/early 19th Century. 18-Bore.

18th century
Description

The pistol with Brass barrel and steel tang, border engraved lock inscribed 'WILSON', (Richard Wilson) figured full stock (minor damage and some old bruising) with apron around the barrel tang, regulation brass mounts, and later brass-tipped wooden ramrod, proof marks & crowned barrelsmith's mark 'AW'

23 cm. barrel.

In good working order.

Length of pistol 38.5cm

Wieght 1143 grams

Physical Dimensions
Width
38.5cm (15.16")
Declaration

Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria has dated this Flintlock Light Dragoon Pistol to the 18th Century.

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SA1031764
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011123
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Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria, Portobello Road

WE are open every Saturday between 9.30 - 3.30pm in Chelsea Galleries 67 Portobello Road London.

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The pistol with Brass barrel and steel tang, border engraved lock inscribed 'WILSON', (Richard Wilson) figured full stock (minor damage and some old bruising) with apron around the barrel tang, regulation brass mounts, and later brass-tipped wooden ramrod, proof marks & crowned barrelsmith's mark 'AW'

23 cm. barrel.

In good working order.

Length of pistol 38.5cm

Wieght 1143 grams

Width
38.5cm (15.16")
Date of Manufacture

Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria has dated this Flintlock Light Dragoon Pistol to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1031764
Dealers Internal Ref
011123
Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria
Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2020

We specialise in flintlock pistols, muskets, clocks & watches

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A late 18th-century Light Dragoon service flintlock pistol featuring a brass barrel, dark walnut stock, and steel ignition lock mechanism.
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Archive I A late 18th-century Light Dragoon service flintlock pistol featuring a brass barrel, dark walnut stock, and steel ignition lock mechanism.

A Brass Barrelled Light Dragoon Service Flintlock Pistol by ''Wilson''. Late 18th Century/early 19th Century. 18-Bore.

Archive II A late 18th-century Light Dragoon service flintlock pistol featuring a brass barrel, dark walnut stock, and steel ignition lock mechanism. View II
Archive III A late 18th-century Light Dragoon service flintlock pistol featuring a brass barrel, dark walnut stock, and steel ignition lock mechanism. View III
Archive IV A late 18th-century Light Dragoon service flintlock pistol featuring a brass barrel, dark walnut stock, and steel ignition lock mechanism. View IV
Archive V A late 18th-century Light Dragoon service flintlock pistol featuring a brass barrel, dark walnut stock, and steel ignition lock mechanism. View V
Archive VI A late 18th-century Light Dragoon service flintlock pistol featuring a brass barrel, dark walnut stock, and steel ignition lock mechanism. View VI
Archive VII A late 18th-century Light Dragoon service flintlock pistol featuring a brass barrel, dark walnut stock, and steel ignition lock mechanism. View VII
Archive VIII A late 18th-century Light Dragoon service flintlock pistol featuring a brass barrel, dark walnut stock, and steel ignition lock mechanism. View VIII
Archive IX A late 18th-century Light Dragoon service flintlock pistol featuring a brass barrel, dark walnut stock, and steel ignition lock mechanism. View IX
Archive X A late 18th-century Light Dragoon service flintlock pistol featuring a brass barrel, dark walnut stock, and steel ignition lock mechanism. View X
Archive XI A late 18th-century Light Dragoon service flintlock pistol featuring a brass barrel, dark walnut stock, and steel ignition lock mechanism. View XI
Archive XII A late 18th-century Light Dragoon service flintlock pistol featuring a brass barrel, dark walnut stock, and steel ignition lock mechanism. View XII
Archive XIII A late 18th-century Light Dragoon service flintlock pistol featuring a brass barrel, dark walnut stock, and steel ignition lock mechanism. View XIII
Archive XIV A late 18th-century Light Dragoon service flintlock pistol featuring a brass barrel, dark walnut stock, and steel ignition lock mechanism. View XIV
Archive XV A late 18th-century Light Dragoon service flintlock pistol featuring a brass barrel, dark walnut stock, and steel ignition lock mechanism. View XV
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A late 18th-century Light Dragoon service flintlock pistol featuring a brass barrel, dark walnut stock, and steel ignition lock mechanism.
A Brass Barrelled Light Dragoon Service flintlock Pistol by ''WILSON''. Late 18th century/Early 19th Century. 18-Bore.
Ref: SA1031764
A late 18th-century Light Dragoon service flintlock pistol featuring a brass barrel, dark walnut stock, and steel ignition lock mechanism.
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A Light Dragoon flintlock pistol was a standard-issue sidearm utilised by British light cavalry regiments during the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries. These weapons featured flint-and-steel ignition mechanisms and were designed specifically for mounted military service.

Pistols from this era were generally constructed with smoothbore brass or iron barrels, steel lock mechanisms, and dense hardwood stocks, predominantly walnut. Brass fittings, including trigger guards and buttcaps, were favoured for durability and resistance to oxidisation.

Authentic period pistols often feature maker marks, Ordnance proof stamps on the barrel, and era-appropriate lockplate engravings. Physical indicators include hand-fitted brass hardware, original steel lock components, and authentic natural wear on the wooden stock.

Antique firearms are frequently mounted inside custom glass shadowboxes, placed on bespoke brass or acrylic desktop stands, or arranged as focal wall art within library spaces, studies, or above mantelpieces.

Keep the item in a stable, humidity-controlled environment to prevent timber shrinkage and steel oxidisation. Clean metal components carefully using non-abrasive microcrystalline wax, avoiding harsh polishing agents that strip original historical patina.
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