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I've just picked up an old flintlock action that belonged to my dad and has been sitting in a drawer for years. It has been crudely repaired - the spring has been welded and there are some modern bolts, but I don't know if it is is a genuine Tower action or not. I'm assuming it's a copy of some sort but if any of you knowledgeable people have any insights I'd be interested in hearing them.

I've not cleaned it up yet but there is a little crude engraving on it and the name Tower but no other makings that I can see.

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1 hour ago, Old Boggy said:

Glad to see that you're back with us Pete.

I know nothing whatsoever about flintlocks but cannot imagine that it would be a copy.

Someone will be along shortly who will enlighten us, I'm sure.

OB

Thanks Chris.

I hope so, it's not in great shape but if it's genuine it will go on my very, very long list of things to do!

2 hours ago, islandgun said:

Hi F FN good to see your well

:good:Thanks.

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1 hour ago, FatFreddysCat said:

Just comparing it to mine. I would say that the lock plate, frizzen and spring is original. The hammer looks like a replacement. 

Edit to add pic. Sorry it's not a great pic.

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Interesting. I'm just beginning to do a bit of research so have no idea if it was for a pistol or musket, or f there is a difference. I take it yours a pistol? Very nice figuring on the woodwork.

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35 minutes ago, FatFreddysCat said:

Yes. It's a long barreled sea service pistol. Lockplate is signed "Farmer" and dated 1744. The figuring on the wood is only skin deep and has worn away round the pistol grip. It was usually done by winding tarred string round the stock and setting fire to it, thus giving a burned, striped appearance.

That's what I love about this forum, there's always someone with a snippet of information so that you learn something new, namely the bit about the tarred string etc.

Thanks for that FFC

OB

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