AMER AUGUST 2015
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 8/24/2015
SILVER MOUNTED ENGLISH FLINTLOCK PISTOL BY THOMAS ARCHER, BIRMINGHAM CIRCA 1780. This single shot screw barrel pistol measures about 7" overall with various proofs on frame and silver proofs on figural bearded face on butt cap. Gun exhibits silver wire inset into stock and etched frame including name on left side T. Archer. This is a gun that was made during the era that could have been used in America during the Revolutionary War. SIZE: As outlined above CONDITION: Good overall, gun appears complete and original with added flint and leather wrapper. Gun functions well. Surfaces are gray with scattered staining and pitting, silver butt cap is very good with three Birmingham proofs, silver wire inlay is 70-80% intact. 49191-40 (2,000-3,000) JS0