Originally Posted by
markH
Just from the pic that looks like the naval pattern 1858. The 1853 had a 39" barrel and 3 barrel bands whereas the 1858 had a shorter (33") barrel and just 2 barrel bands.
Seeing as the trigger guard looks rusty, I'd guess it's iron/steel. Weren't the sea service trigger guards made of brass. I was under the impression that if it has a steel trigger guard it's a land service, Segeant's 2 band Fusil.
Now I could be wrong, as I'm no expert, so please correct me if I am.
The South of England has 2 good things, the M1 and the A1. Both will take you to Yorkshire.