These pistols were pictured on the cover May 2010 issue of "The Gun Report" and noted as from the Donald Hamilton collection. They are signed "BARBAR" on the rounded locks and "BARBAR LONDON" on the sighting flats at the breech end of the barrels and also have London proof marks flanking another crowned marking on the upper left at the breeches. The silver furniture has Birmingham hallmarks including the "A" date code for 1773 and "CF" maker's marks for silversmith Charles Freeth. The smoothbore barrels have silver blade front sights with flush silver inlaid "spider" bases, light engraving at the breech, and the standing breeches have dished rear sights and coordinating engraving. The locks have sliding half-cock safeties with light engraving. The furniture is all silver with a mix of floral and martial patterns. The stocks have raised relief shell carving between the standing breeches and wrist escutcheons. The ramrods have antique ivory tips and iron worms.

Fine with dark mottled gray and brown patina on the barrel and lock, minor oxidation, attractive aged patina on the silver furniture, and mostly distinct markings and engraving. The stock is also fine and has crisp carving, minor scratches and dings, a few thin cracks, and minor chips at the forend tip. Mechanically fine.

See "A." Provenance: The Donald Hamilton Collection; The Greg Lampe Collection

Fine overall with dark gray and brown patina on the lock and barrel along with some light oxidation, attractive aged patina on the silver, and mostly distinct markings and designs. The stock is also fine and has crisp carving, a spliced repair and some chips at the forend tip, some minor cracks, and mild overall wear. Mechanically fine.