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ANTIQUE Brass KETLAND FLINTLOCK Belt Pistol London Proofed Defensive Pistol Guns International #: 101735381 Seller's Inventory #: 190375 Category: Antique Pistols - Flintlock - Military Pistols - Antique Seller's Information When emailing or calling sellers direct, please mention that you saw their listing on GunsInternational.com Seller: AncestryGunsLLC Company: Ancestry Guns LLC Member Since: 11/3/16 State: Missouri Zip: 65203 Country: United States Phone: (314) 707-7373 International Phone: 314-707-7373 Platinum Seller Number of Active Listings: 1438 Total Number of Listings: 29856 Seller: FFL Dealer Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns. Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, Certified Check, Money Order Description: ANTIQUE Brass KETLAND FLINTLOCK Belt Pistol London Proofed Defensive Pistol Here we present an antique Ketland & Co. marked Brass Barrel Flintlock Pistol, made circa the late 1700s to early 1800s in turn of the century England. Ketland & Co. operated in Birmingham, England, from the late 1700s and to the early 1800s to become one of the most prominent and active British makers of the day. John and Thomas Ketland were the sons of Thomas Ketland and grandsons of William Ketland, who had been making locks and guns for the colonies since the early 18th Century. The lock plate is marked "Ketland/& Co" ahead of the hammer. The left rear side of the barrel is stamped with two crown proofs and LONDON on the right. This attractive pistol was made for self-defense inside point-and-shoot distances. The barrel is made entirely of brass. The frame and trigger guard are lightly engraved. The overall condition is good. The markings are mostly legible. The walnut stock has been refinished, tastefully so. The trigger guard has been repaired. The vent is a bit warped or misshapen. The bore is smooth with a little verdigris inside. The action is functional. There is only a full-cock, no half. Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction. Barrel is 8 inches. Caliber: .57 Overall condition as seen in photos. Very Fast. Very Safe. FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE. Delivered directly to your door by express mail! Guaranteed AUTHENTIC & Includes CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY. ancestryguns $1850 #190375 SOLD Antique: Yes |