17th Lancers New Land flintlock cavalry pistol

Price: SOLD
Item number: 005090
Manufactured: c1820
Shipping weight: 1.3kg / 2lbs 13.85oz

17th Lancers New Land flintlock cavalry pistol.  The first pattern of this type of pistol to be used by the lancers regiments.  Tower lock with GR marks, captive ramrod, steel barrel with proofs visable and brass furniture including trigger guard on which is stamped 'XVII-Ls. D 49', brass butt cap, lock plate and tip of stock.  Fullstocked in walnut with various stamps.  A rare regimental pistol in full working order.  Overall length 38cms