Many British officers assigned to Africa and India chose Lancasters as their personal sidearms, but the total production of these pistols is estimated at just 712 further subdivided into smaller volumes in the various calibers. The top flute of the barrel cluster is marked "CHARLES LANCASTER PATENT 151 NEW BOND ST." and has a blade front sight, and the left flute has "360 No 5 CF." The breech face is stamped "PATENT CHARLES LANCASTER" in a circle. "8796" is inscribed on the front strap, it has a folding cocking trigger, an oval bore, and a lanyard ring is on the heel.

Very good, retains 70% of the period replated nickel finish with some scattered minor flaking revealing mostly a smooth grey patina. The grips are also very good with some minor dings and scratches scattered throughout and mostly well-defined checkering. Mechanically excellent.