A genuine British military flintlock pistol from the reign of King George III, stamped with the Crown over GR cypher and TOWER mark, indicating inspection at the Tower of London Armouries.
The lockplate also bears the name “BRASHER”, a documented London lock-maker active during the late 18th century, known for supplying parts and complete arms to the Ordnance.
Key details
Barrel: 9'' smoothbore with baluster ring at breech; faint proof marks.
Overall length: 39.5 cm.
Lock: Flintlock mechanism in working order; marked with Crown/GR, TOWER, and maker’s name “BRASHER.”
Furniture: Brass trigger guard, butt cap, and ramrod pipe.
Ramrod: Wooden ramrod with brass tip.
Stock: Walnut with honest wear, period cracks and old repairs commensurate with service. Please see photos.
Condition: Untouched patina to steel with age pitting; brass toned; stock stable with repairs; mechanism cocks and releases correctly (untested for firing).
Notes:
This pistol type was sta
...ndard issue for cavalry and naval personnel throughout the American Revolutionary War, Napoleonic Wars, and the War of 1812. The clear Crown/GR, TOWER, and maker’s stamp make it a desirable example of a Georgian service pistol, with the added interest of an identifiable London gunsmith.
Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria, Portobello Road
WE are open every Saturday between 9.30 - 3.30pm in Chelsea Galleries 67 Portobello Road London.
We are at the front of the gallery, on the 1st aisle.
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Internal Reference: at2914005
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1171921
Dateline of this antique is Georgian
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