British, Sharps patent Pepperbox by Tipping & Lawden

This is a rare British, Sharps patent Pepperbox four barrel pistol, circa early 1860s. The frame is marked Tipping & Lawden who were a known gun makers trading from 1838 to 1876 in Constitution Hill, Birmingham, retailing high quality firearms. This example features a four cluster forward sliding barrels with a rotating firing pin. It has its original plated finish and gutta-percha grips. The calibre is .32 rimfire. It has a crisp tight action and is perfect working order.