A Brass Mounted Brass Barrel British Flintlock Officer’s Pistol By Ketland & Co. (William Ketland 1789-1798). 7 and 5/8th inch round barrel. 60 caliber. 

Birmingham proofs. Barrel stamped “ELG” but not the normal Liege proof. Steel tang engraved with small flower. Plain bolted front action lock signed “KETLAND & CO. British military style hammer with border engraving ensuite with lock. Plain brass military style mounts with good serpentine brass sideplate.

Walnut full stock with only minor marks and protective over varnish but in fine condition throughout. Replaced ramrod. Action is crisp on both half and full cock with powerful mainspring. Bore is excellent. 14 inches overall.

A good looking British militia type pistol popular during the Napoleonic wars.