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Category - Antique Pistols - Percussion - Handguns - English Pistols

Category
Antique Pistols - Percussion
Handguns - English Pistols

Tower Percussion Pistol .75 cal

Description:
British Tower Percussion Pistol, .75 Caliber
Specifications:

• Caliber: .75 Caliber
• Barrel: 9 1/2" round barrel
• Action: Percussion lock marked "TOWER" with Royal Cipher forward of hammer
• Stock: Walnut stock with brass flat butt and brass trigger guard
• Ramrod: Hickory loading rod with brass ferrule
• Proofs: English proofed, no date or racking numbers
• Condition: Very fine overall, excellent bore, superb full-sized oil-finished stock, brass with pleasant aged patina; hammer fails to drop past safety position, Action needs work
• Mechanics: Mechanically sound, functional percussion lock (with noted safety limitation)
• Status: Antique, made for continental use and private sale
• Shipping: Free shipping, no credit card fees

Uncover a piece of British military heritage with this British Tower Percussion Pistol in .75 Caliber, crafted at the Royal Tower Armory in London, England, during the percussion era of the early to mid-19th century. These pistols were standard issue for cavalry and infantry, with the "Tower" mark indicating government production, while the lack of date or racking numbers and English proofs suggest a private sale variant for continental markets, possibly for export to Europe or colonial forces. The Royal Cipher (crowned GR for George Rex) forward of the hammer dates it to the reign of George III or IV (circa 1800–1830), making this a collectible example of early percussion technology transitioning from flintlock designs.

This pistol is in very fine overall condition, with an excellent bore ready for shooting or display. The 9 1/2" round barrel is smooth and unmarked, typical for Tower pistols designed for reliability in the field. The walnut stock, full-sized and superbly oil-finished, shows no cracks or major wear, complemented by brass furniture—a flat butt plate and trigger guard—that has acquired a pleasing aged patina. The hickory loading rod with brass ferrule is intact and functional. The hammer's failure to drop past the safety position is a common feature on preserved examples, likely contributing to its fine state . Overall, this pistol represents a superb survivor of British martial history, suitable for collectors of percussion arms or early 19th-century militaria.

Don’t miss this British Tower Percussion Pistol—a very fine .75 caliber antique in superb condition, perfect for collectors or historical enthusiasts. Click “Buy It Now” or call 478-337-1000 to secure this piece of history today!
Purchase Details:

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Antique: Yes
Manufacturer: Tower
Model: Percussion
Serial Number: NSN
Barrel Length: 9 1/2

Price: $695.00
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