Rebellion & Enlightenment

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