English Double-barreled Tap Action Flintlock Pistol, ca. 1810

Description

Featuring round 2 1/2″ rifled screw-off barrels of approximately .40 calliber. Box lock with
top-centered cock, engraved with stands of arms and double-line border; top sliding safety
and barrel selector lever on left side. No visible maker’s name or mark. Oval trigger guard
engraved with starburst. One-piece walnut grip (repaired crack) with silver wire inlay.
Action functions normally; steel parts with scattered light pitting and age staining; missing
about 40% of the silver wire inlay. Overall length 7 3/4″.