Original British Silver Wire Inlaid and Engraved Flintlock Pocket Pistol by John Waters c.1770 Sterling SMG 3d Cavalry Group

3d Cavalry Group

probably from being in a holster for decades without removal

We have only had one of these rare sets previously

one-piece dark walnut grips are in good condition and are complete with military inspector’s cartouches faintly visible on left side

Loading gate door is also still present

Original British Silver Wire Inlaid and Engraved Flintlock Pocket Pistol by John Waters c.1770 Sterling SMG 3d Cavalry GroupOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is an extremely well made iron framed flintlock pocket pistol by one of Britain's better known makers, JOHN WATERS OF BIRMINGHAM, who worked from 1767 until 1781 and was best known for his invention of the "Spring Bayonet" often found on Blunderbusses and assorted pistols. The weapon measures just 5 3 4" in overall length with a screw off 1 1 4" smooth bored iron cannon barrel. The entire wood stock is profusely