English mid-19th century pepperbox flat bar hammer percussio...

Hammer

£820

English mid-19th century pepperbox flat bar hammer percussion pistol signed James Harper, .45 calibre approx, 3.75" six-shot barrel with proof marks, spring belt hook, fine scroll engraved action with maker's name to one side 'James Harper Maker', slide safety, chequered wood grip and engraved metal butt cap and trigger guard, 9.25" long
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** James Harper (1850-1865) made percussion pepper boxes and flat bar hammer percussion revolvers

** Section 58(2) of the Firearms Act 1968 - no licence is required if an antique firearm is possessed as a “curiosity or ornament”