Rebellion & Enlightenment
The Jacobite Rebellion
Flintlock Tower Pistol
- Period:
- 18th Century
- Description:
- Flintlock Tower Pistols such as this were widely used by soldiers, mercenaries and were carried for civil defence throughout the 18th century.
- Place of Production:
- Birmingham
- Materials/Media:
- wood with steel mechanism and brass trigger guard and butt plate.
- Dimensions:
- 16.5 inches
- Source:
- The Dick Institute
- Accession number:
- Kimmg:MA/H6
- Digital Number:
- EAAM125a, b
- Copyright:
- East Ayrshire Council
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