TOWER SEA SERVICE or COAST GUARD PISTOL

British Coast Guard Pistol

Maker: Tower Armory

Circa Mid Victorian, 19th Century

SKU: SS222 Category:

Description

An original 19th century British Sea Service or Coast Guard percussion, single shot pistol with an iron belt hook on the left side of the stock.  The lock is stamped with a crown over “VR”, and “Tower” at the rear edge.  There are six British proof marks stamped into the top of the barrel, near the breech.  The original captive iron, swivel ramrod is intact.  The pistol is fitted with typical British military style brass fittings.  There is an iron lanyard swivel at the butt of the walnut grip/stock.

 

Caliber: .58 Percussion

Overall Length: 11.25″

Barrel Length: 5.875″

 

Condition: Iron parts a nice grey brown patina- Brass parts are a light mustard color – Wood is very good with minor nicks and bumps – Action is very crisp – All markings clear

 

Questions: Call 801-554-5120

 

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