A 14-Bore Steel Mounted Flintlock Holster Pistol By Barbar of London, Circa 1740. With round three-stage barrel engraved with a line of foliage at the breech, engraved tang, signed border engraved rounded lock, moulded figured walnut full-stock, with deeply chiselled apron around the tang, (old repair to the wrist) border engraved mounts comprising a pierced side plate, escutcheon shaped as a trophy of arms, spurred pommel and trigger guard with foliate engraving on the bow, turned ramrod pipes with original horn tipped ramrod (damaged), private London proof marks. 

BARBAR

James Son of Lewis, apprenticed to father, 1714; free of Gunmakers Co. and proof piece passed, 1722. Elected Assistant, 1737; Master, 1742. Appointed Gentleman Armourer to George II, 1741 Furbisher at Hampton Court, resigned, 1767. Gunmaker, Portugal St., 1726-67; Dover St., 1739-67. Died 1773. 

Howard L. Blackmore (1986) Gunmakers Of London, 1350-1850. George Shumway Publisher. USA. 

Dimensions:

Bore: 16 Bore

Barrel Length: 23 cm

Overall Length: 37 cm