A fine flintlock pocket pistol signed Nevett on one side of the florally engraved frame, three stage turn-off barrel with early Birmingham proof marks, sliding trigger guard safety, also locking the frizen, he bow engraved with a flower. Chamfered walnut stock with delicate silver wire inlay 100% intact. The whole pistol in virtually untouched condition. 

Thomas "Nevitt” listed as working in Liverpool 1783-1814.

De Witt Bailey & Douglas A. Nie (1978) English Gunmakers, Arms & Armour Press. 

Thomas Nevett, gunsmith of Liverpool, is listed on an insurance policy dated 7 July 1791 - Royal Sun Alliance records. 

Dimensions:

Bore: 54 Bore

Barrel Length: 7 1/2 Inches (19 cm)

Overall Length: 2 1/4 Inches (5.7 cm)