How were these pistols carried?

Civilians tucked smaller pocket and muff variants into coats or waistbands for personal defence during travel. Larger holster pistols rode in leather saddle holsters on horseback. Military personnel secured service dragoon arms in specialised belt hooks or horse furniture, ensuring rapid access during cavalry operations.

What is a Queen Anne type pistol?

This designation describes firearms featuring a breech and lock forged in one solid piece with a screw-off barrel. They lack a traditional sideplate. Such pieces often incorporate distinctive swell-butt wooden grips decorated with grotesque silver butt caps and intricate wire inlays.

How do I identify Ottoman variants?

Ottoman and Balkan pieces display distinct rat-tail mechanisms, ball triggers, and heavy application of silver inlay or coral and mother-of-pearl mounts. Their stocks often feature characteristic extended, flared butts. Signatures are sparse compared to British workshop pieces, relying instead on regional decorative metalwork and specialised lock plate configurations.

Were these used in military service?

Many examples on the market served regiments across Europe, bearing Tower armoury stamps, crown proof marks, or military contractor signatures. Light dragoons and cavalry units relied on these standardised steel and brass pieces. Officers also purchased private-purchase sidearms from prominent London gunsmiths for personal campaigns.

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When evaluating an 18th century flintlock pistol, one looks closely at the integration of steel mechanism and hardwood stock.

A Flintlock Officer’s Pistol by Dutton, London Proof Marks, Circa 1780, 16 Bore.

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A Flintlock Officer’s Pistol by Dutton, London Proof Marks, Circa 1780, 16 Bore.

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A Brass Barrelled Light Dragoon Service Flintlock Pistol by ''Wilson''. Late 18th Century/early 19th Century. 18-Bore.

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18th C Flintlock Pistol

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Flintlock Pistol

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18th Century Flintlock Pistol

A Flintlock Officer’s Pistol by Dutton, London Proof Marks, Circa 1780, 16 Bore.

A Brass Barrelled Light Dragoon Service Flintlock Pistol by ''Wilson''. Late 18th Century/early 19th Century. 18-Bore.

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