Original Item: Only One Available. John Richards started with a shop in the Strand in London, followed by a Shop in the Midlands city of Birmingham 1745 and the business continued for two generations until 1810. This fine example of his early work is a very nice Officer’s or Gentleman’s pistol, fitted with a 7″ iron barrel and 11 1/2″ in overall length. All of the fittings are silver, and it really is quite attractive. The lock is marked RICHARDS under the pan, and the barrel has the Crown / P and Crown / V London proof marks, signifying “proved” and “viewed”.
There is no bridle on the powder pan, indicating early production, certainly pre-revolutionary war. Most likely it was made during the French and Indian war period 1756-1763. The pistol is full stocked in walnut, with high quality silver mounts showing military themes, and a grotesque mask on the butt cap. It still retains its original horn tipped ramrod with the screw charge extractor on the end. The lock functions correctly, holding at half cock, and firing at full.
Straight out of a fabulous collection, this is an untouched gem! Ready to display!
Specifications:
Year of Manufacture: circa 1756 – 1763
Caliber: 0.63″ pistol
Ammunition Type: Lead Ball & Powder
Barrel Length: 7 inches
Overall Length: 11 1/2 inches
Action: Flintlock Side Action
Feed System: Muzzle-Loaded
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