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18th C Flintlock Pistol
Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares
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18th C Flintlock Pistol

18th century
Description

A George III Flintlock Pistol.

The pistol with a long barrel, the cannon form barrel with a rounded and ring muzzle, with further ring banding, as it tapers outward toward the flintlock mechanism, the body decorated with scrolled leaf engraving, and the makers name 'THOMAS'. The trigger guard engraved with a petal head, before the walnut grip.

Date circa 1770.

Height 5 1/4 inches, 13cm.

Width 12 1/4 inches, 31cm.

Depth 1 inches, 2.5cm.

Physical Dimensions
Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
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Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares has dated this 18th Century Flintlock Pistol to the 18th Century.

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SA956654
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Mytton Antiques

Norton Crossroads

Atcham

Shropshire SY44UH

01952740229

07860575639

Description
A George III Flintlock Pistol.

The pistol with a long barrel, the cannon form barrel with a rounded and ring muzzle, with further ring banding, as it tapers outward toward the flintlock mechanism, the body decorated with scrolled leaf engraving, and the makers name 'THOMAS'. The trigger guard engraved with a petal head, before the walnut grip.

Date circa 1770.

Height 5 1/4 inches, 13cm.

Width 12 1/4 inches, 31cm.

Depth 1 inches, 2.5cm.

Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Date of Manufacture

Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares has dated this 18th Century Flintlock Pistol to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA956654
Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares
Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares
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Fine antiques from the 18th century onwards, supplying both trade and private customers worldwide.

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An 18th-century steel box-lock flintlock pistol featuring an engraved lockplate, steel trigger guard, and polished dark walnut grip.
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Archive I An 18th-century steel box-lock flintlock pistol featuring an engraved lockplate, steel trigger guard, and polished dark walnut grip.

18TH C FLINTLOCK PISTOL

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Archive VI An 18th-century steel box-lock flintlock pistol featuring an engraved lockplate, steel trigger guard, and polished dark walnut grip. View VI
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Atcham (just off J7 of M54)
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY4 4UH
United Kingdom
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Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares
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An 18th-century steel box-lock flintlock pistol featuring an engraved lockplate, steel trigger guard, and polished dark walnut grip.
18TH C FLINTLOCK PISTOL
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An 18th-century steel box-lock flintlock pistol featuring an engraved lockplate, steel trigger guard, and polished dark walnut grip.
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A flintlock pistol is a single-shot firearm developed in the early 17th century and widely used throughout the 18th century. It operates using a flint striking mechanism that creates a spark to ignite black powder in the priming pan, discharging the lead ball.

These handguns were typically constructed with forged steel or iron barrels and lock mechanisms, paired with dense hardwoods such as walnut or fruitwood for the grip and stock. Brass or silver fittings were also commonly added for decorative and structural reinforcement.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-cut screw threads, original makers marks or proof marks stamped on the barrel or lockplate, and natural wear patterns on the wooden stock. The lock mechanism should show signs of period forging and fitting rather than modern casting techniques.

To style an antique firearm safely, position it inside a glass-fronted display cabinet, mount it in a custom shadowbox frame, or place it on a bespoke metal stand atop a dark wood bookshelf or office desk.

Keep the object in a climate-controlled environment with stable humidity to prevent rust and wood shrinkage. Apply microcrystalline wax to metallic surfaces and the wooden grip to protect against oxidisation, moisture, and fingerprints.
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