Ref 3716. A rare Queen Anne Silver Mounted Flintlock pistol made by T. Richards of London. Circa 1740. None Muzzleloader

Largest selection of genuine antique weapons for sale in UK. See our website andrewbottomley.com Ref 3716. A rare Queen Anne Silver Mounted Flintlock pistol made by T. Richards. (Probably Theophilus Richards, he had a workshop in The high Street, Birmingham Circa 1747-1770.) The screw-off cannon barrel approx 6 inches long. The breech is engraved underneath the pan with the gun makers name T. RICHARDS. The butt cap with a large silver grotesque mask bearing silver marks and a date letter F. The walnut butt inlaid with silver wire decoration. An excellent example of the type of weapon carried by a Gentleman or officer during the mid 18th Century. Very good condition and working order. Overall length 12.5 inches. A superb collectors item. Ref 3716. This is an obsolete antique item and is sold as a collectors item only. No Licence is required in the United Kingdom. If you wish to purchase this item please visit our website andrewbottomley.com where you can pay by credit/debit card. Established 1968.