Original British Napoleonic New Land Pattern Tower Flintlock Pistol marked to the 7th Light Dragoons - circa 1810 Spanish American War - Widely used European 16th

- Widely used European 16th and 17th century battle helmet

to signify its tenacity in piercing the enemy line

The flared muzzle to the barrel although making the appearance of being a Blunderbuss was for ease of loading grapeshot etc

for the short flight

It is hand painted and reads on the front:

Original British Napoleonic New Land Pattern Tower Flintlock Pistol marked to the 7th Light Dragoons - circa 1810 Spanish American War - Widely used European 16thOriginal Item: Only One Available. This Lovely flintlock Pistol dates to prior the Battle of Waterloo, and is a standard full stocked flintlock pistol fitted with the NEW LAND PATTERN Swivel all steel "captured" ramrod. Introduced in 1808, this allowed a Cavalryman to easily reload the pistol while on horseback without fear of dropping his ramrod. The lock is marked with Crown over G. R. and TOWER on the lock plate tail, with the CROWN BROAD ARROW