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Military Percussion Pistol East India Company
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Military Percussion Pistol East India Company

19th century
Description

Very good quality percussion pistol circa 1840-1850 made for the british east india company, full walnut stock with brass fittings, sling mounted swivel ramrod and lanyard ring to the butt. Pistol in very nice condition holding strongly on full and half cock.

Physical Dimensions
Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
39cm (15.35")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Declaration

Treehouse Antiques has dated this East India Company Pistol to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1201327
Dealers Notes

UK mainland delivery £25 - £125 for far flung areas of scotland etc please contact US for a quote. Viewing is by appointment. Collection is always welcome. We accept payment by paypal

Any enquiries regarding this item please telephone ian 07885472759 or

Linda 07886370802

Description
Very good quality percussion pistol circa 1840-1850 made for the british east india company, full walnut stock with brass fittings, sling mounted swivel ramrod and lanyard ring to the butt. Pistol in very nice condition holding strongly on full and half cock.
Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
39cm (15.35")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Date of Manufacture

Treehouse Antiques has dated this East India Company Pistol to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1201327
Treehouse Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2017
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An antique 19th-century East India Company percussion pistol with a dark walnut stock, steel barrel and lock, brass trigger guard, and captive swivel ramrod.
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Archive I An antique 19th-century East India Company percussion pistol with a dark walnut stock, steel barrel and lock, brass trigger guard, and captive swivel ramrod.

Military Percussion Pistol East India Company

Archive II An antique 19th-century East India Company percussion pistol with a dark walnut stock, steel barrel and lock, brass trigger guard, and captive swivel ramrod. View II
Archive III An antique 19th-century East India Company percussion pistol with a dark walnut stock, steel barrel and lock, brass trigger guard, and captive swivel ramrod. View III
Archive IV An antique 19th-century East India Company percussion pistol with a dark walnut stock, steel barrel and lock, brass trigger guard, and captive swivel ramrod. View IV
Archive V An antique 19th-century East India Company percussion pistol with a dark walnut stock, steel barrel and lock, brass trigger guard, and captive swivel ramrod. View V
Archive VI An antique 19th-century East India Company percussion pistol with a dark walnut stock, steel barrel and lock, brass trigger guard, and captive swivel ramrod. View VI
Archive VII An antique 19th-century East India Company percussion pistol with a dark walnut stock, steel barrel and lock, brass trigger guard, and captive swivel ramrod. View VII
Archive VIII An antique 19th-century East India Company percussion pistol with a dark walnut stock, steel barrel and lock, brass trigger guard, and captive swivel ramrod. View VIII
Archive IX An antique 19th-century East India Company percussion pistol with a dark walnut stock, steel barrel and lock, brass trigger guard, and captive swivel ramrod. View IX
Archive X An antique 19th-century East India Company percussion pistol with a dark walnut stock, steel barrel and lock, brass trigger guard, and captive swivel ramrod. View X
Archive XI An antique 19th-century East India Company percussion pistol with a dark walnut stock, steel barrel and lock, brass trigger guard, and captive swivel ramrod. View XI
Archive XII An antique 19th-century East India Company percussion pistol with a dark walnut stock, steel barrel and lock, brass trigger guard, and captive swivel ramrod. View XII
Archive XIII An antique 19th-century East India Company percussion pistol with a dark walnut stock, steel barrel and lock, brass trigger guard, and captive swivel ramrod. View XIII
Archive XIV An antique 19th-century East India Company percussion pistol with a dark walnut stock, steel barrel and lock, brass trigger guard, and captive swivel ramrod. View XIV
Archive XV An antique 19th-century East India Company percussion pistol with a dark walnut stock, steel barrel and lock, brass trigger guard, and captive swivel ramrod. View XV
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An antique 19th-century East India Company percussion pistol with a dark walnut stock, steel barrel and lock, brass trigger guard, and captive swivel ramrod.
MILITARY PERCUSSION PISTOL EAST INDIA COMPANY
Ref: SA1201327
An antique 19th-century East India Company percussion pistol with a dark walnut stock, steel barrel and lock, brass trigger guard, and captive swivel ramrod.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectAntique Firearms
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian Military
  • MaterialWalnut, Steel, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsCaptive swivel ramrod, Percussion hammer mechanism, Brass trigger guard, Walnut stock
  • SizeH 18 cm (7 in) x W 39 cm (15 in) x D 6 cm (2 in)

This 19th-century East India Company percussion pistol is a Victorian military firearm showcasing a dark brown walnut stock paired with a steel barrel and lock. The piece incorporates a brass trigger guard, brass fittings, a captive swivel ramrod with sling mount, and a lanyard ring at the base of the butt. The metal parts exhibit a dark weathered finish, and the lock holds strongly on both full and half cock. The item measures 18 cm high, 39 cm wide, and 6 cm deep. Suited for a gentleman's library, this firearm belongs on a bookshelf as a display piece for a collection of antique weaponry.

FAQs

These firearms were standardized military sidearms manufactured during the mid-19th century for forces operating under the East India Company. They typically feature percussion cap ignition mechanisms, heavy-gauge smoothbore barrels, walnut stocks, and brass mounts.

Martial pistols of this era were primarily constructed using dense walnut for the stock, forged steel or iron for the barrel and lock mechanism, and brass for the trigger guard, side plate, and butt cap to withstand heavy field use.

Authentic examples bear official ordnance proof marks, maker stamps on the lock plate, inspector marks on the timber stock, and period-correct mechanical features such as a captive swivel ramrod designed for mounted troops.

Historical firearms are traditionally displayed mounted on wooden stands or within glazed presentation cases placed on bookshelves, executive desks, or mantelpieces within dark-wood, traditional, or eclectic studies.

Metal components require a light application of microcrystalline wax or gun oil to prevent oxidisation, while timber stocks should be treated with natural beeswax. Items must be kept in a climate-controlled environment away from humidity.
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