Original British Silver Wire Inlaid and Engraved Flintlock Pocket Pistol by John Waters c.1770 WWII The back of the case

The back of the case is marked inside the rubber pad:

The flag is dated across the bottom in gold numerals "1870-1871"

so it was common to see locks on these that were of varied origin

on 29 September 1955 and her keel was laid down on 21 February 1956

Produced: 1863–65

Original British Silver Wire Inlaid and Engraved Flintlock Pocket Pistol by John Waters c.1770 WWII The back of the caseOriginal 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