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Pair of 18th C Flintlock Pistols
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Pair of 18th C Flintlock Pistols

18th century
Sold 13 November 2025 · Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares
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A Pair of 18th Century Flintlock Pistols.

Each with a rounded and stepped muzzle, before the octagonal barrels with reeded edges to each corner. The mechanism house decorated with crossed arrows and quivers, and flaming torches. The steel flintlock action holding on two stages and with a slide safety. The grip of shaped and rounded walnut.

Date circa 1780.

Height 3 1/2 inches, 9cm.

Width 5 1/2 inches, 14cm.

Depth 3/4 inch, 2cm.

Physical Dimensions
Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Declaration

Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares has dated these Antique Flintlock Pistols to the 18th Century.

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SA1079980
Dealers Internal Reference
23930
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Mytton Antiques

Norton Crossroads

Atcham

Shropshire SY44UH

01952740229

07860575639

Description
A Pair of 18th Century Flintlock Pistols.
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Each with a rounded and stepped muzzle, before the octagonal barrels with reeded edges to each corner.
Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares

The mechanism house decorated with crossed arrows and quivers, and flaming torches. The steel flintlock action holding on two stages and with a slide safety. The grip of shaped and rounded walnut.

Date circa 1780.

Height 3 1/2 inches, 9cm.

Width 5 1/2 inches, 14cm.

Depth 3/4 inch, 2cm.

Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares has dated these Antique Flintlock Pistols to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1079980
Dealers Internal Ref
23930
Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares
Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2008

Fine antiques from the 18th century onwards, supplying both trade and private customers worldwide.

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Archive I A pair of 18th-century flintlock pistols featuring brass barrels and wooden grips displayed on a neutral surface. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Pair of 18th C Flintlock Pistols

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Location
Atcham (just off J7 of M54)
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY4 4UH
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mytton
Verified Since May 2008
Items For Sale 154
Items Sold 4,441
Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares
Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares
Verified Since May 2008
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Location: Atcham (just off J7 of M54), Shrewsbury, Shropshire , SY4 4UH, United Kingdom
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A pair of 18th-century flintlock pistols featuring brass barrels and wooden grips displayed on a neutral surface.
PAIR OF 18TH C FLINTLOCK PISTOLS
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A pair of 18th-century flintlock pistols featuring brass barrels and wooden grips displayed on a neutral surface.
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  • ObjectFirearms
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialBrass, Walnut, Steel
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBrass barrels, Engraved sideplates, Walnut grip stocks, Flintlock mechanisms
  • SizeH 9 cm (4 in) x W 14 cm (6 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

Flintlock pistols were the dominant firearm mechanism from the early 17th century until the mid-19th century, utilizing a flint struck against a steel frizzen to ignite gunpowder.

These firearms typically featured forged iron or steel lock mechanisms, brass or steel barrels, and hardwood stocks such as walnut, often adorned with brass or silver fittings.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit period-correct hand-forged components, maker marks or proof house stamps, natural wear patinas, and construction techniques consistent with 18th-century gunsmithing.

Antique firearms can be mounted securely in shadow boxes or displayed on custom stands within a study, library, or living room to highlight their historic craftsmanship.

Preservation involves maintaining a stable indoor climate away from moisture and direct sunlight, occasionally applying light museum-grade wax or oil to metal surfaces to prevent oxidation.
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