Description

Frequently referred to as Indian Allies or 1813 Indian Contract pistols this is an example of the British Ordnance department using various Birmingham based manufacturers to produce a British Ordnance pistol that was given to the indigenous people in Canada to strengthen Britian’s defence of Canada during the War of 1812. Lock maker marked Ketland Walker & Co. with crown and arrow viewer’s mark. Lock has upgraded hammer. Barrel 9 inches, overall 15 inches. Bore .65 inch smoothbore, clear with signs of corrosion. Top of barrel has 2 clear British proofs and one on barrel tang. Strong spring and works well on full and half cock. Very researchable and uniquely Canadian.