Mid 19th Century English Percussion Cap Transitional Revolver In Beautiful Condition In Its Case With Trade Label and Associated Accessories
A handsome set comprising of a Longspur Hammer Bakers Patent Transitional Revolver in a partitioned felt lined case along with a Hawksley powder flask, scissor bullet mould, brass and wood rammer/cleaning tool, ebony turnscrew, a Joyce percussion cap tin with caps and a small group of lead shot.
The pistol is in lovely condition with all of the steelwork showing no visible signs of corrosion and retaining much of its original case hardening colouration.
The body and frame is of silver (white metal) with border engraving, good but minimal foliate engraving, the right side having an engraved blank cartouche. On the back of the strap is another cartouche engraved "No 2050".
The side of the hammer is stamped "Bakers Patent" and next to this on the body is "Registered April 24 1852".
The cylinder is stamped with Birmingham Proof Marks between each chamber.
The nipples appear to be original and are in very clean condition.
The single action only mechanism is super crisp.
This is looks like a piece that was not often used.
The decoration of the case makes me believe that it is American is style and although the interior is faded, it is in good condition as are all the associated accessories.
In the lid is a good copy of the correct trade label.
Thomas Baker is recorded as having his business at 88 Fleet Street in London. He was born in 1800 and patented this type of revolver in 1852 and it was a success. He passed away in 1879.
A scarce and attractive set in lovely condition.
Barrel length 12.5cm, Overall length 23cm, Case 30.5cm x 19cm x 6cm.
This antique pistol is considered obsolete and non functioning, and is sold as a collectable ornamental item. This product is available for purchase in the UK without a license.
