The early 18th-century flintlock pistol has a rounded lockplate neatly signed “T Henshaw”, the maker recorded as an active London gunmaker of the early Georgian period. Fitted with a 5.5 inch cannon-form screw-off barrel with visible threaded joint at the breech, smooth-bored, and retaining good definition to the baluster ring mouldings.
The pistol has engraved brass mounts, including trigger guard, butt plate, and a shaped wrist escutcheon, all showing attractive early 18th-century engraving.
The walnut grip is well-shaped with correct Queen Anne form and pleasing patination. Action functioning; metal and wood with honest age wear consistent with period.
A strong signature, good screw-off barrel and original brass furniture.
A scarce and genuine example of a Queen Anne pistol by a recognised London maker.
Overall length: 31cm.
Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria, Portobello Road
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Internal Reference: PN2501
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1179217
Dateline of this antique is 18th Century
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