Original British Fur-Trade Flintlock Pistol by W. Ketland & Co. with Birmingham Proofed Brass Barrel - circa 1820 MG 42 Accessories Although the new folding shovel

Although the new folding shovel proved more practical and popular with the troops

The pistol retains its wooden ramrod which has its slotted steel bottom mount still intact

The blade is "triple etched"

It has a 1968 contract date and is in great overall shape

Original British Fur-Trade Flintlock Pistol by W. Ketland & Co. with Birmingham Proofed Brass Barrel - circa 1820 MG 42 Accessories Although the new folding shovelOriginal Item: Only One Available. Specifically produced in England for the North American Fur Trade, these Trade pistols were intended for the use of the Trappers and the Native American population as well. The lock on this example is marked W. KETLAND & Co., for one of the most famous British gunmaking companies of the time. This family business was started in 1740 by William Ketland, who is recorded as working from 1740 1804, eventually expanding