A Musket Bore Officers Pistol by Prosser of London.
A Musket Bore Officers Pistol by Prosser of London. With Round sighted barrel, engraved ‘LONDON’ with profusely engraved tang fitted with standing rear-sight, stepped bevelled lock, fitted with safety catch, full-stocked in walnut, cut with characteristic chequering at the grip, (old repair infant of lock – see pictures) engraved steel mounts comprising butt cap, trigger guard and ramrod pipes, original horn tipped ramrod.
PROSSER
John Sword Cutler & Beltmaker to George III, 1795; George IV, 1827. Registered silversmiths mark 1796. Sword Cutler & Gunmaker, 9 Charing Cross, 1796-1853; 37 Charing Cross (same address as Henry Tatham) 1854-60.
Howard L. Blackmore (1986) Gunmakers Of London, 1350-1850. George Shumway Publisher. USA.
Dimensions:
Bore: 10 Bore
Barrel Length: 9 Inches (22.86 cm)
Overall Length: 15 Inches (38.10 cm)
