Original British Silver Wire Inlaid and Engraved Flintlock Pocket Pistol by John Waters c.1770 Spanish Military Equipment This cord would be used

This cord would be used for tying the saya to the obi when in traditional Japanese dress

Original hatband is missing and two pinwheel vents were added to it at some point

The smoke colored blade could very well be Damascus/Wootz steel and is of very high quality

The Model 1842 was intended for use of Cavalry

Original British Silver Wire Inlaid and Engraved Flintlock Pocket Pistol by John Waters c.1770 Spanish Military Equipment This cord would be usedOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is an extremely well made iron framed flintlock pocket pistol by one of Britain's better known makers, JOHN WATERS OF BIRMINGHAM, who worked from 1767 until 1781 and was best known for his invention of the "Spring Bayonet" often found on Blunderbusses and assorted pistols. The weapon measures just 5 3 4" in overall length with a screw off 1 1 4" smooth bored iron cannon barrel. The entire wood stock is profusely