Original British Fur-Trade Pistol by W. Ketland & Co. Converted to Percussion - circa 1800 Nepalese Cache Extras which is from the older

which is from the older inter - early war number system

as used in both carbines and six gun revolvers of the era

and probably the year of manufacture

Merwin’s hope for these large frame revolvers was to secure lucrative US or foreign military contracts

Different serial numbers are stamped on the barrel (35098)

Original British Fur-Trade Pistol by W. Ketland & Co. Converted to Percussion - circa 1800 Nepalese Cache Extras which is from the olderOriginal Item: Only One Available. Specifically produced in England for the North American Fur Trade, these Trade pistols were intended for the use of the Trappers and the Native American population as well. The lock is marked W. KETLAND and the barrel has faded British Proof marks from Birmingham. This family business was started in 1740 by William Ketland, who is recorded as working from 1740 1804, eventually expanding to have operations in both