Lancaster 4 shot pepperbox, oval bore, cal 455 BEST OF BEST

As explained in the text in the pictures, this is a first type , having only one barrelcatch at the left side.  Seriqlnumber 718. Very early one and in superior condition, retaining approx 80 % deep blue. The markins are super, showing the CHARLES  LANCASTER of london Adress and pagent. 
The bore is an oval shape and has thus no rifling, which is correct, light spots in the bore, always to be seen on these. 

The grips are excellent , no damage, the four firingpins work.    BEST OF BEST