This pistol has no visible markings, the butt/buttcap style frequently seen on European cavalry pistols in the 18th century, a long barrel typical of horse pistols, engraved designs on the side plate, faces on the butt and trigger guard, and carved accents on the stock. Given that it is more elaborate than standard issue cavalry pistols, it may have been privately purchased by an officer. The officer's name was likely marked on the thumb piece on the upper wrist. The serrated frizzen is an attribute more common on Spanish and Mediterranean pistols than those originating in England or France. It is fitted with a false ramrod suggesting it may have been produced as a display piece in the Victorian era.