Pattern 1777 British Navy Sea Service Pistol

The British Royal Navy, sea service pistol has a unique distinction amongst military pistols of the flintlock era. With only minor changes, these pistols remained in general use for over 100 years from 1716.

The pistol offered here is the 1777 model. The lock on this model has a shortened sear spring with the ends of two screws visible behind the cock and an un-bridled, rounded flash pan.

The .55 caliber, round, smooth bore barrel measures 12 inches with the whole pistol measuring around 19 ½ inches. The barrel features Tower proofs and government inspector’s marks near the breech and an inspection mark on the tang.

The flat lock plate has ‘TOWER’ engraved behind the cock and the Royal Cipher is forward of the cock. The action is stiff but still functions.

The stock has undergone some repairs. There is a pinned repair of the grip and a small piece of timber missing near the trigger guard final. See photos.

The lock, cock, barrel and belt hook have also undergone some heavy cleaning. Both the belt hook and rammer appear original to the pistol.

A rare, long barrel sea service pistol.

Sold as a collector item only.

Price includes shipping within Australia, layby available.