Original British Officer's Percussion Pistol with Octagonal Barrel marked Enfield 1863 - V.R. Marked 20th Century The receiver itself is stamped

The receiver itself is stamped both cos and ayf

This would give a solid connection when mounted on a barricade

Although these insignia were titled and often awarded in a lighthearted and humorous way

standing on a globe with a wreath that enfolds it on either side

Original British Officer's Percussion Pistol with Octagonal Barrel marked Enfield 1863 - V.R. Marked 20th Century The receiver itself is stampedOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is most unusual and in exceptional condition. Beautifully made, almost certainly, for at an Officer's request, this pistol has an octagonal 8" smooth bore barrel fitted with a swivel captured ramrod, allowing re loading whilst on horseback. All brass mounts with CROWN over V. R. together with ENFIELD 1863 all upon the lock plate. Very possibly intended for service in INDIA, as by this time "rifled" weapons were