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Caption: British Sea Service smoothbore flintlock pistol, circa 1790

This pattern of pistol was made by under Board of Ordnance contract for use by the Royal Navy at sea. The stock is of walnut and extends to the muzzle of the 30 cm. barrel. The weapon has a brass trigger guard, and butt cap. A single brass ramrod pipe holds a wooden ramrood with under the stock. These pistols were used by the Provincial Marine and Royal Navy during the War of 1812. (Parks Canada)