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BRITISH PATTERN 1756 LAND SERVICE FLINTLOCK

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:750.00 USD Estimated At:1,500.00 - 2,200.00 USD
BRITISH PATTERN 1756 LAND SERVICE FLINTLOCK

PISTOL. Cal. 62. NSN. Bbl. 11 7/8” w/ faceted transition to top tang. Top of bbl. has three proof marks, left side is stamped “WC”. “TOWER” marked lock has crown over “GR” & broad arrow over hammer. Pin fastened walnut stock. Left ear is stamped “VI”. Brass fittings include trigger guard, butt cap, wrist plate, side plate, thimble & a single faceted pipe. Right side of stock between trigger guard & butt cap extension has two stamped proofs. Inside of lock plate is marked “XXI, J.S. & 91”. CONDITION: metal has faded gray appearance w/ light pitting. Stock shows wear & marks w/ chips along bbl. channel. Right side has epoxy repairs. Lock has stiff spring tension. Lightly pitted bore. (01-23062/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,200.