A Crisp E.I.G. Pistol
A 16 bore percussion holster pistol built for the East India Government in 1873. The blued barrel is struck with Birmingham inspectors marks and Birmingham proof marks along with an Indian Arsenal mark, and the bore still retains its original bright polish, (an area of light pitting at the muzzle) The walnut full-stock is struck with the Birmingham inspectors mark, the stock-makers “JOSEPH SMITH” and the Birmingham E.I.G. storekeepers stamp. The colour case hardened lock is stamped Birmingham 1873 and with a crowned broad arrow above E.I.G. together with a Birmingham inspectors stamp. The pistol is fitted with regulation brass mounts, a swivel ramrod and lanyard ring.
Dimensions:
Bore: 16 Bore
Barrel Length: 8 Inches (20.32 cm)
Overall Length: 13 Inches (33 cm)
£975.00
1 in stock
