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A FINE SIGNED AMERICAN-MADE EARLY FEDERAL PERIOD FLINTLOCK NEW ENGLAND "KENTUCKY" PISTOL, ca. 1790s-1810: In overall very good untouched original flintlock condition. The round, 8", smoothbore, 69 caliber, pin-fastened, iron, barrel with a blade type fore-sight and a smooth chocolate brown age patina with a fine touch-hole. Molded and carved American Black walnut full stock of typical Federal design, having a "cane-handle" type grip with a pronounced bulbous pommel and simple carving around lock mortise. American sheet brass furniture: a single barrel-form ramrod pipe, a simple arrow head finial trigger-guard and a screw-fastened butt-cap with a rear finial. The "McDermott" signed lock with a flat lockplate, a gooseneck hammer, a bridle-less powder pan and a frizzen spring with arrowhead finial: missing mainspring. Lightly engraved borders and a cursive script "McDermott" maker's signature. In overall very good original flintlock condition. The barrel with smooth brown surfaces with some light patches of discoloration and pitting. The lock with a matching smooth age patina, some minor discoloration/wear and all of its original components. The stock with sharp contours, 80% original finish, some minor handling marks and abrasions. Fine hardware with a nicely toned and untouched mustard patina. A very nice example of a Federal Period/Early War of 1812 New England "Kentucky" flintlock pistol. Wood ramrod with brass tip. Overall length 13". Recently discovered in Middletown, Conn. Price: $2,650.00
A VERY GOOD CENTRAL ITALIAN/BOLOGNESE SNAPHANCE POCKET PISTOL, ca. 1720s: In overall very good condition. The octagonal to round, Spanish made, unsighted, 5 1/8", iron .49 caliber, smoothbore barrel with an octagonal breech-section and a "wedding-band" transition: clearly marked with a "G. Fernandez" maker's mark and with several gold-inlayed markings, of classic Spanish form. Geromino Fernandez of Madrid, Spain was a well-recorded gunsmith who worked 1690-1727 (please see "Der Neue Stockel", vol. 1, pg. 365). Figured walnut fullstock with relief carvings around the barrel tang, the lock and along the forestock: some scattered handling marks and 85% finish. Lightly engraved and simply embossed brass hardware: the trigger-guard with floral-type forward finial and a working-life repair to its bow. The triangular sideplate with simple line-engraved borders and floral finials. Stirrup-type butt-cap with an embossed oval pommel. Baluster turned single ramrord/entry with a matching floral finial, en suite with the sideplate and rear finial of trigger-guard. Very fine quality Snaphance mechanism of classic chiseled and etched Italianate form. The scroll and floral etched lockplate with a sculpted and engraved, separate, sliding pan-cover. The relief-chiseled hammer with a finely embossed retaining screw and its original jaw and screws. Matching chiseled frizzen: the arm embossed with a relief-chiseled dog's head. Fine exterior surfaces, sharp contours and (65%) polish: will not hold on cock position. The barrel with sharp embossed fluting and generally smooth steel surfaces: some light scattered discoloration and fine pitting. Fine stock retains 85% of finish with some minor handling marks and minor shrinkage at the butt-cap and lock. The lockplate with sharp engraving and fine quality relief chiseled accents. The hardware with an untouched, deeply toned mustard age patina. Original, plain, wood ramrod. Overall length 10". (for similar examples, please see A. Gaibi: Armi Da Fuoco D'Italiane pl. 273 & .566) . Price: $3,975.00
A FINE & MEDIUM-SIZED SILVER MOUNTED REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD ENGLISH "QUEEN ANN" BOXLOCK PISTOL, by D. GOFF, ca. 1770s: In overall fine original flintlock condition. Slightly flared, fixed, .62 caliber, smoothbore, 5", round, iron barrel with two early London Gunmaker Company proof marks and its original, two (2), baluster-turned ramrod-pipes. Nicely figured, bulbous, walnut grip of classic Queen Ann design, having a well pronounced lobe pommel and hallmarked silver mounts: the butt-cap with an etched hound's-tooth border, English silver Hallmarks and a floral-engraved central medallion. In fine untouched condition with sharp contours, smooth surfaces, some minor handling marks and light wear. Lightly engraved iron trigger-guard with an etched Diamond design, on its bow and an oval silver wrist escutcheon with an "LL" owner's initials. In original flintlock configuration with its original lock components: strong mainspring. The boxlock mechanism/frame with finely engraved borders and central panels, en suite with the mounts. Signed with a "D. Goff" maker's signature and a clear LONDON address. Daniel Goff I of London, UK worked (1775-1839) 1768 (apprentice to William Brander)-1840 (d.) and was a gunmaker to the East India Co. and the Board of Ordnance (Please see H. L. Blackmore's: "Gunmakers of London...", pg. 100). The barrel and frame with smooth lightly toned surfaces, sharp engraving and an untouched age-patina. A well made and Unusual Revolutionary War Period Queen Ann type Flintlock Pistol, ca. 1770s. Made by an esteemed London gunsmith and unusual, as it is a muzzleloading "Queen Ann" and not a "turn-off" pistol: complete with its original horn-tip wooden ramrod with iron jag. Overall length 10". Price: $2,250.00
US MODEL 1816 S. NORTH TYPE I FLINTLOCK PISTOL: In overall very fine untouched, original flintlock condition. The iron surfaces with a smooth patina overall. Sighted, .54 caliber, smoothbore, 9 1/8", round, band-fastened iron barrel of standard dimensions with clear "US" and "P" proof marks on the top of the breech. Very fine and nicely figured American walnut stock with an oval cartouche behind the sideplate and nearly 85% finish: a "3" inspector's mark behind the trigger-guard. Full iron hardware of regulation form, bearing an "F" inspector's mark: also found on the external screw heads. The iron surfaces with an even steel-gray patina and 75% blue on the trigger. Original flintlock configuration with all original lock components. Lockplate marked with an Eagle and "S. NORTH US MIDL. CON." under the brass powder-pan (Earlier production Type I markings). In overall very fine original flintlock condition. The barrel and hardware with smooth lightly toned surfaces with much of their polish: some patches of discoloration at the breech and wear to Eagle on lock. Complete and original, including the swelled-tip hickory ramrod with tubular iron jag. Overall Length 15". Price: $2,985.00
A GOOD BALKAN (ALBANIAN) BRASS STOCK MIQUELET RATTAIL PISTOL, ca. 1810s: In overall good+ original flintlock condition. The round, .65 caliber, smoothbore, 12 1/4", iron barrel with an integral raised sighting rib and an engraved simulated European signature, on the top of the breech. Original Miquelet lock with an oval maker's mark, under the powder-pan: out of timing, as the trigger will not release the toe of the hammer. Retains its original lock components with an untouched, chocolate brown patina and some light wear (missing rear sidebolt). Traditional, Albanian, Brass Rattail fullstock with etched and engraved surfaces and a long rattail pommel with pointed finial. Retains its original engraved steel trigger-guard with embossed arrowhead forward finial. Of good quality construction and extensively etched & embossed with floral and vine scrolls: several, old, lead filled repairs. In overall good+ untouched original flintlock condition. The barrel lock and trigger-guard with smooth, gunmetal-gray surfaces and some light patches of discoloration, fine pitting and wear. Good stock with signs of use, scattered handling marks and the noted lead filled repairs. Retains an untouched, lightly toned mustard age patina with dark highlights. A very nice example of these distinct Albanian Pistols, ca. 1810s, for similar examples, please see G. C. Stone's: "Construction & Decoration of Arms". Overall length, 20 1/4". Price: $675.00
AN EARLY, RARE & DATED COLONIAL PERIOD AMERICAN FLINTLOCK PISTOL, dtd. 1769: In overall very good+ original flintlock condition. The 9 1/2", octagonal to round, .63 caliber, smoothbore, pin-fastened, iron, American-made? barrel with an untouched russet age patina and a very good touch-hole. Robust and somewhat crudely formed American Black Walnut fullstock of early design with sharp drop to the short grip, simple raised carvings and a bulbous butt-section (for similar examples, please see G. C. Neumann's: "Battle Weapons of the American Revolution". Lightly engraved, American-made, brass furniture: the trigger-guard with a simple rounded and stepped bow and a squared forward finial, two sheet-brass ramrod-pipes; and a bulbous butt-cap of early English/American-form with crudely etched, martial-theme engraved, side-terminals. The engraving of typical colonial quality. Triangular-form/rifle-type brass sideplate with an obliterated "W. Polk?" owner's name and a visible 1769 date. American made? lock with a slightly crude appearance to its flat lockplate, matching gooseneck hammer, bridled powder-pan and frizzen. In overall very good original flintlock condition. The barrel, lock and furniture with a dark, untouched age patina with generally smooth surfaces having some light discoloration and wear. The stock with 75%+ finish, some handling marks, scuffs and general signs of use: fine quality, simple raised teardrops at the barrel tang and along the bottom of the fore-stock. Complete with all original lock components and its original plain wood ramrod: the hammer screw possibly associated. Overall length 15 1/8". A good example of a rare Dated American-made, Colonial Period, Flintlock Holster Pistol, ca. 1769. Most probably saw service, during the American Revolutionary War. Of most likely New England or New York, possibly Connecticut make. An interesting and original example of a rare type of American Pistol. Price: $4,950.00
AN EXCELLENT CASED PAIR OF "MAN-STOPPER" FLINTLOCK BELT PISTOLS BY G. GOODWIN & Co., OF LONDON, ca. 1810s: A near excellent and complete original cased pair of English Flintlock Officer's Belt pistols made by an esteemed English gunmaking firm of the early 19th century. Octagonal, sighted, 5 1/4" Damascus, smoothbore barrels with massive "Man-Stopper" .78 caliber bores! Scroll-engraved "patent" breeches and 45% wispy brown finish with smooth surfaces and fine touch-holes: the top barrel-flats with clear "London" addresses. Captive iron ramrods with button-head tips: one with old repairs. Lightly engraved flat locks with rounded stepped tails and matching gooseneck hammers, sliding rear safeties and waterproof powder-pans. Retain 90%+ of their original casehardening colors with clearly engraved "G. Goodwin & Co." maker's signatures: George Goodwin & Company of Birmingham, UK was recorded making guns 1807-1818 and signed his works with a "London" address. (Please see H. L. Blackmore's: "Gunmakers of London...", pg. 101). Engraved, blued steel mounts include, the lozenge-shaped barrel-keys, pineapple finial trigger-guards, rectangular silver wrist escutcheons with "HW" owner's initials and blued steel sideplates with integral steel belt-hooks. Walnut full stocks with finely checkered wrists and fine raised carving around the locks and sidebolts: horn fore-end tips. In overall very fine+ near excellent original flintlock condition. The barrels with smooth surfaces, crisp contours, very light discoloration and its original Damascus-twist pattern: clear addresses. Crisp mechanics with sharp engraving and nearly all of their case-colors. The mounts en suite with sharp engraving smooth surfaces without pitting and 90%+ original finish. The stocks with sharp checkering, excellent contours, 95%+ original varnish and virtually no signs of significant handling or wear. Overall length 10 1/2". Cased in their original, English, mahogany-veneered case -- with its original green baize liner and partitions. Very fine liner with minor wear, stains and fraying. Retains all of the original and fine+ accessories: a very rare bag-type papier-mache "copper" powder flask with a baluster-turned brass spout (broken spring), a 12 bore (.78 caliber) bullet mold, the horn-handle screwdriver, two (2) cleaning jags/worms and the original two-piece cleaning rod with its original brass fittings. The bottom right and the top left corners with their original walnut compartment lids with gilt-bronze pulls: contains the original key to the exterior lock (nonfunctional order) and several original balls. The exterior of the case, with the expected signs of light wear and handling, 90%+ original finish: scattered ink stains to lid. Retains its original brass hinges, "bull's-eye" lid medallion and front-mounted securing loops/hooks. A Rare & Unusual Large Bore Cased Set of English Flintlock Belt Pistols made by a recorded early 19th Century English Gunsmithing firm, ca. 1810. In overall very fine+ to excellent original flintlock condition. Case measures 15 1/2" x 8 1/4" x 3". Price: SOLD
A FINE FEDERAL/WAR OF 1812 PERIOD AMERICAN SECONDARY MARTIAL FLINTLOCK PISTOL, ca. 1800-1810: In overall fine untouched original flintlock condition. The round, 9 1/4", smoothbore, 65 caliber, pin-fastened, iron, barrel with a smooth chocolate brown age patina and a fine touch-hole: the top of the barrel with a "London" address and the side of the breech with two, ca. 1780 London proof marks. Molded and carved American Black walnut full stock of typical Federal design, having a slightly bulbous and heavy, "cane-handle" type grip with simple carving around lock and sideplate mortises: marked behind the sideplate with a "C" and "H" marking. Lightly engraved American sheet brass furniture: two barrel-form ramrod pipes, a stepped finial trigger-guard, a flat "S" shaped sideplate, an oval wrist escutcheon and a screw-fastened butt-cap with a short rear finial. The "W. Ketland & Co." signed lock with a flat lockplate, a gooseneck hammer, a bridle-less powder pan and a frizzen spring with arrowhead finial: in mechanically functional order. In overall fine original flintlock condition. The barrel with smooth brown surfaces and some light patches of discoloration. The lock with a matching patina, some minor discoloration/wear and all of its original components. Fine stock with sharp contours, 95% original finish, some minor handling marks and a tight hairline on the right side of the fore-end tip. Fine hardware with a nicely toned and untouched age patina. A very nice example of a War of 1812 Period American Secondary Martial flintlock pistol. Replaced wood ramrod. Overall length 15" Price: $2,375.00
A FINE REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD BRASS BARREL BLUNDERBUSS PISTOL BY ADAMS, ca. 1770s: In overall fine+ lightly cleaned condition with a smooth steel lock and fine brass surfaces to the barrel and mounts. Widely Flared, 8 1/4", brass, trumpet-form barrel with a baluster turned, scroll engraved breech and a plain iron tang: the top with a visible Tower London proof mark of, ca. 1770s. Scroll engraved, rounded, lock with matching gooseneck hammer and a clear "ADAMS" maker's signature, under the bridle-less powder-pan. The signature most likely for Joseph or John Adams of London, UK, who worked during the 1760s-1770s (please see H. L. Blackmore's: "Gunmaker's of London..." pg. 39). Retains all of its original lock components with a crisp mechanism and much polish. Molded and carved, figured walnut fullstock of classic robust blunderbuss design. Retains 90% finish with very fine, sharp contours and light scattered handling marks/abrasions. Lightly engraved brass mounts: a screw-retained butt-cap with lightly engraved terminals, two (2) barrel-form ramrod pipes, the trigger-guard with a lightly etched and embossed floral finial and a starburst-engraved bow. Openwork sideplate with its original sidebolts and lightly etched surfaces. Retains its original wooden ramrod with brass tip and iron worm. In overall fine+ condition. The barrel with smooth brass surfaces, sharp contours, visible markings and some wear to the engraving. Fine stock with simply carved teardrops at the lock and sideplate and a raised shell-type apron, around the barrel tang. The mounts with matching smooth brass surfaces and some wear to the engraving. Fine lock with a strong mainspring, its original components, a good signature and clean steel-gray surfaces. A very well preserved example of an American Revolutionary War Period English Flintlock Blunderbuss Officer's Pistol, ca. 1770s. Overall length, 16". Price: $6,000.00
A VERY FINE ENGLISH BRASS BARREL BLUNDERBUSS PISTOL, by H. OLIVER, ca. 1780s: In overall very fine condition with smooth steel-gray lock surfaces and very fine brass barrel and mounts. Cannon-form, 7 1/2", .65 caliber, brass, blunderbuss barrel with a stepped and a martial-theme engraved breech: floral engraved iron barrel-tang. Flat thread-engraved lock with its original gooseneck hammer, 90% original polish and a clear "OLIVER" maker's signature under the bridled powder-pan. H. Oliver of Maidstone, UK, is recorded working in 1780 (please see Ian Glendenning's: "British Pistols & Guns 1640-1840", pg. 184). Retains all of its original lock components with a very good mechanism and much of its original polish. Molded and simply carved, walnut fullstock of typical robust blunderbuss design. Retains 90%+ of its original finish with very fine, sharp contours and light scattered handling marks: a minor chip at the top edge of the lock mortise. Embossed and engraved brass mounts: two plain (2) side bolt washers, two (2) baluster turned ramrod pipes (the entry-pipe with an engraved finial) and an acorn finial trigger-guard with embossed and engraved decorations: an etched "Tudor Rose" on the bow. Old plain wooden ramrod with turned button tip. A very well preserved example of an English Flintlock Blunderbuss Pistol made by a recorded maker, ca. 1780s. Price: $4,250.00
A VERY GOOD IRISH DOUBLE BARREL FLINTLOCK CARRIAGE PISTOL, ca. 1810s: In overall very good condition with smooth steel-gray lock and barrel surfaces with scattered salt & pepper pitting and isolated patches of discoloration: matching, lightly engraved, steel mounts. Round, key-fastened, smoothbore, 10", .60 caliber, unmarked barrels with a floral scroll engraved "hooked" breech/barrel-tang. Flat scroll engraved locks with their original matching reinforced hammers, 55%+ polish, bridled powder-pans and rollers, on their frizzen-springs. Retains their original lock components with good mechanisms: left lock with a weak mainspring. Molded and simply carved, checkered (worn), figured, walnut fullstock of typical late 18th century English design. Retains 75% of its finish with generally sharp contours, some light scattered handling marks and a checkered "cane-type" grip: the checkering worn. Engraved steel mounts: a barrel-form ramrod pipe , an engraved entry-pipe with acanthus leaf finial, a pineapple finial trigger-guard with a finely etched scroll-engraved bow and a line engraved butt-cap with rear stirrup: some shrinkage/fill around the butt-cap. In overall very good condition with smooth steel surfaces and a very good stock. Replaced iron ramrod with a turned button tip. A very good example of a Double Barrel Irish Flintlock Carriage Pistol, ca. 1810s. Overall length, 16 1/2". Price: $4,250.00
A VERY RARE COLONIAL PERIOD AMERICAN FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOL, ca. 1740-60: In overall fine+ original flintlock condition. The 7", baluster-turned, round-to-round, .65 caliber, smoothbore, pin-fastened, recycled, English, iron, barrel with two wedding-band transitions and London Proof marks, ca. 1740s. Somewhat crudely formed, though nicely figured American walnut? fullstock of early Colonial design with a wide and bulky grip with a bulbous butt-cap (please see G. C. Neumann: Battle Weapons of the American Revolution, pg. 270). Of rare design, as having silver-wire scrolls inlay and the traditional simple raised carved teardrops around the barrel-tang, lock and sideplate. American-made and possibly recycled English brass furniture: the American trigger-guard with a simple trefoil finial and simply etched bow, two (2) baluster ramrod pipes of early English form and a bulbous butt-cap of "Queen Ann Pistol" form with a long rear terminal and simple line and scroll engraving. English form scroll sideplate with embossed leaves. The unsigned lock of possible American or English manufacture, with a slightly crude appearance to its thread engraved, rounded, banana form lockplate and gooseneck hammer: of early configuration with a bridle-less powder-pan. In overall fine+ original flintlock condition with a strong action. The barrel and lock with a nicely toned, steel-gray, age patina with generally smooth surfaces having some light discoloration and fine scattered pitting. Fine stock with 85%+ of its finish, nearly all of its original silver-wire inlay and choice surfaces with only minor handling marks. In mechanically functional order with all original lock components. Complete, with its original brass tip wooden ramrod with jag. Overall length 12 1/2". A very rare example of an early American-made, Colonial Period, Flintlock Holster Pistol, ca. 1740-1760. Of most likely Mid-Atlantic/Pennsylvania? make. For a very similar example, please see G. C. Neumann's: "Battle Weapons...", pg. 270. Price: $4,975.00
A VERY FINE & UNTOUCHED MID 18TH CENTURY GERMAN ALL-STEEL FLINTLOCK TINDERLIGHTER W/ CANDLE HOLDER, ca. 1750-1760: : In overall very fine untouched condition. The exposed flintlock mechanism with offset hammer notched at its base to accept the sear/trigger. Exposed frizzen spring, mounted at the front end of the frame; and the frizzen with a faceted back. The opposite side of the frame with a hinged tinderbox with its original latch/knob and compartment-door: also equipped with its original iron candle holder. The underside of the frame with its pair of forked wrought iron legs. Integrally forged steel grip with a bulbous ball-type butt. In overall very fine untouched condition with smooth steel surfaces, a fine untouched gray-brown age patina and some patches of light discoloration. Original components and in mechanically functional order. A very nice example of an 18th century All-Steel Flintlock Tinderlighter, ca. 1750s. For a similar example, please see Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution", pg. 263.Overall length: 8". Price: $2,250.00
A VERY FINE & HIGH QUALITY EMPIRE PERIOD FRENCH FLINTLOCK MUFF PISTOL, ca. 1810s: In overall very fine untouched condition and of high quality make. The 1", octagonal, .50 caliber, turn-off, steel barrel with smooth gray surfaces, distinct micro-groove rifling and a Liege proof mark, on the left side of the breech: additionally marked with a ":" assembly marking and with a "2" (on of a pair). Color-casehardened, central hammer, boxlock mechanism with its original hammer, sliding rear safety and matching frizzen. The edges of the frame with crisply etched scrolls and the screw-heads are engraved, en suite. In mechanically functional order with a strong mainspring and flush-fitting "pop-out" trigger. Both sides of the frame with smooth casehardened finish (90%) and finely relief-engraved oval vignettes depicting a Rooster and Hare, atop a grassy mount. The engraving of very fine quality and of the style associated with the famed Nicholas Noel Boutet: a sharp attention to detail and crisp oval borders with denticulated rims and relief-chiseled central panels. Nicely figured, relief and incised carved, checkered, bag-shaped, burl-walnut grip with a rounded profile of classic French Empire-period design. Fine+ grip with nicely carved floral motifs, at the frames, some minor handling marks, light compressions and 90%+ finish: sharp contours. A very fine example of an Empire Period French Flintlock Muff Pistol, ca. 1810s. Complete and functional order with strong springs and smooth surfaces without pitting or significant discoloration. Overall length, 6". Price: $1,675.00
A FINE & UNTOUCHED SMALL SIZED COLONIAL/REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD QUEEN ANN TURNOFF PISTOL, by STATON, ca. 1760s:: In untouched, fine+ original flintlock condition. Cannon form, turnoff, .48 caliber, smoothbore, 3 1/2" barrel with an engraved iron tang, a "LONDON" address and two early London proof marks. Fine, walnut, half stock of classic Georgian design, having a well pronouned lobe pommel and simple raised carvings around the lock and sideplate mortises. In fine untouched condition with sharp contours, smooth surfaces, some minor handling marks, light wear and 75% original finish. Lightly engraved brass mounts: rear spur buttcap with a turned pommel, a vacant silver wrist escutcheon with a scallop-shell finial, scroll sideplate of Georgian design and the trigger-guard with an engraved "Starburst" on the bow. In original flintlock configuration with all original lock components. The rounded Lockplate with thread border engraving, a "T. Staton" maker's signature under the bridle-less powder-pan, a scroll engraved tail and a gooseneck hammer, en suite with the lockplate and frizzen-back. Thomas Staton of London, UK worked 1768-1785 and was a gunmaker to the East India Co. and the Hudson Bay Co. In untouched, fine, original flintlock condition. The barrel and hardware with smooth lightly-toned surfaces, sharp engraving and an untouched age-patina. Complete throughout and in functional order. A well made, untouched Revolutionary War Period Queen Ann type breech-loading Flintlock Travelling Pistol. Made by the English gunsmith Thomas Stanton of London, UK (please see H. L. Blackmore's: "Gunmakers of London 1350-1850", pg.. Overall length 8". Price: $2,875.00
A VERY GOOD+ & UNTOUCHED COLONIAL/F & I WAR PERIOD SILVER MOUNTED "QUEEN ANN" TURNOFF OFFICER'S PISTOL, by N. TREVEY, ca. 1730s-1740: In overall very good+ original flintlock condition. Cannon form, turnoff, .60 caliber, smoothbore, 7" iron barrel with a rich chocolate-brown age patina, smooth surfaces, a "NT" maker's mark and two (2) London Gunmaker Co. proof marks, on the left side of the baluster-turned breech. Molded and simply carved, English walnut, half stock of classic Queen Ann design, having a well pronounced bulbous pommel and simple raised carvings around the lock and sideplate mortises. In very good+ near fine untouched condition with sharp contours, smooth surfaces, some minor shrinkage, scattered light handling marks, and 90%+ finish. Classic Georgian Period etched and embossed silver mounts: a grotesque, pug's-face, mask-type butt-cap; a vacant shield-type wrist-escutcheon with raised/embossed rococo finials and a martial-theme sideplate with a deeply embossed stand of arms with flags, cannon, armour, etc. Original iron trigger-guard with a fluted bow, untouched brown surfaces and an acorn forward finial. In original flintlock configuration with a full sidelock "Queen Ann"-type mechanism: rounded gooseneck hammer with thread-engraved borders and its matching frizzen. The rounded Lockplate with matching surfaces and a "NAT. TREVEY" maker's signature, under the bridle-less powder-pan. Nathaniel Trevey of London, UK was apprenticed to John Sibley, in 1703 and is recorded working 1716-1754. (please see H. L. Blackmore's: "Gunmakers of London", pg. 192). In very good+, original flintlock condition, the barrel and lock with a smooth, deeply toned, brown age-patina. Fine mounts with a silver-gray patina and some expected light tarnish. An untouched lock with its original components: a slightly worn tumbler, as will not always "hold". A nice example of an untouched Silver Mounted English "Queen Ann" Officer's Pistol, ca. 1730s-1740. Made by a recorded London Gunsmith who had a contract with the Board of Ordnance, 1743-1749. Overall length 13". Price: $4,250.00
A FINE SIGNED AMERICAN-MADE EARLY FEDERAL PERIOD FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY PISTOL, ca. 1810: In overall very good untouched original flintlock condition. The octagonal, heavy, 7 1/2", smoothbore, .45 caliber, pin-fastened, iron, barrel with a brass blade-type fore-sight and a smooth chocolate brown age-patina: a good touch-hole. Molded and simply carved, nicely figured, Tiger Maple full stock of typical early Mid-Atlantic design. "Cane-handle" type grip with a narrow pommel and simple raised-line-carving around lock and sidebolt mortises. Slightly crude, American-made sheet brass furniture: two ramrod pipes, two stylized teardrop sidebolt escutcheons, a pin-fastened nose-cap and a squared finial, nail-fastened trigger-guard: the forward finial with a "J. Ligel” maker's/owner’s signature, in 19th century cursive script characters. Unsigned, handmade, lined-engraved lock with a flat lockplate, a matching gooseneck hammer, a bridled powder pan and a floral finial frizzen spring. In overall very good original flintlock condition with functioning mechanism. The barrel with smooth chocolate-brown surfaces, some light patches of discoloration and scattered light pitting (at the touch-hole). The lock with a matching smooth age-patina, some minor discoloration/wear and all of its original components. The stock with sharp contours, 85% original finish, some minor handling marks, expected tight hairlines/old repairs and abrasions. Fine hardware with a nicely toned and untouched mustard age-patina. A very nice example of an Original flintlock Kentucky pistol, ca. 1810s. Original? wooden ramrod. Overall length 13". Price: $7,250.00
A FINE+ REVOLUTIONARY/WAR OF 1812 PERIOD FLINTLOCK OFFICER'S PISTOL BY TOW, ca. 1780s: Round, 7", .65 caliber, smoothbore, pin-fastened, iron barrel with two London Gunmakers Company proof marks and a "IT" maker's mark. The top of the breech with a "Tow London" address. Rounded Lockplate with a bridled powder-pan and its matching "Wartime" notched gooseneck hammer and frizzen. Retains its original lock components, both of its sidebolts and is in mechanically functional order. Clearly engraved, under the powder-pan, with a "Tow" maker's signature. John Tow of London, UK was a noted gunsmith who worked 1772-1795 (please see Ian Glendenning's: "British Pistols & Guns 1640-1840", pg. 191 & H. L. Blackmore's: "Gunmakers of London", pg. 191. Full brass mounts based primarily on a Regulation English Light Dragoon Pattern: a flat "S"-shaped sideplate, a single barrel-form ramrod pipe, a plain trigger-guard with a flattened hazelnut finial, a long stirrup butt-cap and an oval wrist escutcheon with a "3" rack/unit marking. In overall fine+ untouched original flintlock condition with a fine touch-hole and powder-pan. The stock retains 85% original finish with a sharp, relief-carved beavertail apron, at the barrel tang and pronounced raised teardrops, at the lock and sideplate: an old tight hairline at the ramrod entry. The barrel with clear marks and a very pleasing, smooth, light gray age patina. The lock with matching untouched surfaces, 90% polish, a clear signature and is in functional order. Original components throughout. Original Brass-tip wood ramrod. Overall length 13". A very fine Brass Mounted English Flintlock Officer's Pistol, made by an esteemed 18th century London gunsmith. Price: $3,750.00
	A FINE FEDERAL/WAR OF 1812 PERIOD BRASS BARREL AMERICAN SECONDARY MARTIAL FLINTLOCK PISTOL, ca. 1800-1810: In overall fine untouched original flintlock condition. The round, 9", smoothbore, 65 caliber, pin-fastened, flared, brass, barrel with a smooth untouched, lightly aged surfaces and a fine touch-hole: the top of the barrel with a "London" address and the side of the breech with two, ca. 1780 Birmingham proof marks. Molded and carved American walnut full stock of typical Federal design, having a slightly bulbous "cane-handle" type grip with simple carving around lock and sideplate mortises: an old repaired/replaced chip at the top edge of the lock mortise. Lightly engraved American sheet-brass furniture: two baluster ramrod pipes, an arrowhead finial trigger-guard, a flat "S" shaped sideplate, an oval wrist escutcheon and a screw-fastened butt-cap with a short, coarsely engraved rear finial. The "T. Ketland & Co." signed (Trade-type) lock with a flat lockplate, a matching gooseneck hammer, a bridle-less powder pan and a frizzen spring with arrowhead finial: in mechanically functional order with all of its original components. In overall fine original flintlock condition. The barrel with smooth surfaces and sharp markings. The lock with fine markings, smooth surfaces, some minor discoloration and all of its original components. Fine stock with sharp contours, 90% original finish, some minor handling marks and the noted repair. Fine hardware with sharp engraving and a nicely toned patina. A very nice example of a War of 1812 Period American Secondary Martial flintlock pistol. Original horn-tip wooden ramrod. Overall length 15". Price: SOLD
	A VERY FINE PAIR OF REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD FLINTLOCK OFFICER'S PISTOLS, by T. BRUETON, ca. 1760s-1770: In overall very fine untouched original flintlock condition. Round, smoothbore, 8 1/4", slightly flared, pin-fastened, iron barrels with two early Birmingham proof marks and a sharp "T. B" maker's mark for, Thomas Brueton, of Birmingham, UK who worked as a "Gun & Pistol Maker", 1764-1781 and often signed his guns "LONDON". (please see H. L. Blackmore's: "Gunmakers of London...", pg. 62). Molded and carved walnut fullstocks of classic Georgian fashion, having raised-carved rococo scallop-shell scrolls at the barrel tangs and matching teardrops around the locks and sideplates. Chiseled and etched steel mounts: the trigger-guards with engraved urn forward finials and bows. Two baluster ramrod pipes, finely chiseled openwork vine scroll sideplates, vacant oval wrist escutcheons with chiseled acanthus leaf finials and lightly engraved stirrup type buttcaps with engraved oval pommels, en suite with the trigger-guard bows. Rounded and engraved flintlock mechanisms with scroll engraved tails and rounded gooseneck hammers. Each engraved under the bridle-less powder-pan with a "T. Brueton" maker's signature. In mechanically functional order with strong mainsprings: overall very fine+ untouched condition. The barrels with smooth surfaces, 90%+ of their original "bright" finish, clear markings and some very light patches of discoloration: fine bores. Very fine stocks with 95% original varnish, sharp contours, fine quality carving and several minor handling marks: the left fore-end-tip, of one pistol, with a filled hairline. The locks with choice surfaces having nearly all of their polish and sharp markings. Plain wooden ramrods with flared tips. A very fine Pair of American Revolutionary War Period English Officer's Pistols, ca. 1760-1770. Overall length, 14 1/2". Price: SOLD
UNUSUAL 17TH CENTURY BRESCIAN ITALIAN ALL-STEEL EPROUVETTE “POWDER-TESTER”, ca.1650: In overall fine untouched condition. The chiseled steel and braised handle made from a sheet of heavy gauge iron and embellished with a faceted base and a line-engraved turned steel collar. The mechanism of early design with a forward-mounted powder-drum, which is covered by a cap with a turned bronze finial. This cap is part of a toothed steel wheel which is attached to the frame by means of a decorative chiseled nut. Equipped with its original flat steel spring, which engages the teeth on the wheel and determines the strength of the powder. An early and authentic example of a Brescian-made powder-tester from the early to mid 17th century. In overall fine and functional condition with smooth surfaces, all original components and a nicely toned russet patina. Overall length, 9”. Price: $1,450.00
	A FINE QUALITY TURKISH or EGYPTIAN SILVER MOUNTED FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOL, ca. 1820: In overall very good original flintlock condition. Fine quality, Persian-made, extensively silver-damascened, round, band-fastened, 11”, 60 caliber, smoothbore, iron barrel with a gold, maker's, punch-mark and two (2), lightly engraved, Arabic Hallmarked, silver, barrel bands/muzzle sleeve. Floral scroll engraved lock with a flat beveled plate and gooseneck hammer, en suite. Retains all of its original components with smooth surfaces, some scattered light discoloration and very good mechanics. Figured walnut fullstock of typical Eastern/Ottoman Influenced form, with a sharp curve to the cane-type grip. Of fine quality construction and fully mounted in Arabic Hallmarked silver. The trigger guard with an etched bow and urn finial, two (2) baluster ramrod pipes (in Western style), a triangular sideplate with lightly engraved floral/leaf patterns and the butt-cap with long side stirrups and an engraved bulbous pommel with a star embossed rounded finial. The mounts of fine quality and marked with various hallmarks: further adorned with inlayed silver stars and crescents, etc. In overall very good+ original flintlock condition. The barrel and lock with matching smooth surfaces and some light patches of discoloration and wear. Very good stock with some old repaired hairlines on the wrist and general signs of use and handling. Overall a very good+ example of a high quality silver mounted Ottoman Flintlock pistol, ca. 1820. Retains its original? iron ramrod. Overall length, 18”. Price: $1,450.00
A VERY GOOD TURKISH FLINTLOCK BLUNDERBUSS "DAG" PISTOL, ca. 1810-1820: In overall very good untouched original flintlock condition. The round, 9 1/4", pin-fastened, Turkish-made, silver inlayed, smoothbore, Damascus steel barrel with a widely flared muzzle and a clearly impressed Turkish proof mark, on the top of the breech. Extensively decorated overall with silver damascened koftari, of classic Turkish geometric patterns. Molded and carved walnut fullstock of typical Turkish Blunderbuss Dag form; as shaped as a miniature Western European long-gun. Lightly checkered grip-section and a carved butt with a fluted comb and an inlayed ivory/bone crescent moon, on each side. Retains 75% finish with some wear to the carving and checkering, some expected handling marks, tight hairlines on the forestock and chips at the muzzle. Turkish made flintlock mechanism with steel-gray surfaces, en suite with the barrel. Lightly engraved, flat, stepped lockplate with its original components: an engraved gooseneck hammer, rounded frizzen and teardrop finial frizzen-spring. In mechanically functional order with a strong mainspring. Simply engraved brass mounts: a screw-fastened trigger-guard with an etched fern-forward finial, a crescent-type buttplate, a sheet iron ramrod pipe and a flat rifle type sideplate. Retains smooth untouched brass surfaces with some evidence of wear from use. In overall very good condition with smooth surfaces, sharp contours and some expected signs of use and wear. "False" type wooden ramrod. A classic example of these distinctive Turkish "Pistols" made famous by the Barbary Pirates of the early 19th century. Overall length, 18". Price: $1,475.00
	A FINE NAPOLEANIC WAR PERIOD ENGLISH BOXLOCK FLINTLOCK BRASS BARREL BLUNDERBUSS PISTOL, ca. 1790s: In overall fine, original flintlock condition. Round, 5 1/2", smoothbore, brass, .55 caliber barrel with a flared cannon-ring muzzle and two London Gunmaker Company proof marks, on the underside of the breech. Brass boxlock flintlock mechanism with an engraved, top-mounted, sliding safety and a hound's-tooth-engraved central hammer and frizzen. Retains its original lock components and in mechanically fine condition with a strong mainspring and frizzen spring: functional sliding safety. The sides of the frame with matching borders, finely engraved stands of arms and a "THOMAS" maker's signature probably for John Thomas II of London, UK who was "free of the Gunmaker's Co., by redemtion, 1802". (Please see H. L. Blackmore's: "Gunmakers of London..." pg. 189). Clean, smooth, steel gray surfaces with sharp engraving, 85% polish and only very light patches of discoloration. Lightly engraved iron trigger-guard with lightly cleaned, smooth, steel-gray surfaces with an engraved "Tudor Rose": some scattered light pitting. Flat, walnut, bag-shaped grips with a tight metal-to-wood fit at the frame. Very Fine with only some minor handling marks, sharp contours and 95% original varnish. In overall fine condition. The barrel with a clean bore, smooth surfaces and a fine brass patina. The frame with sharp engraving, clear markings and matching surfaces. Very Fine grips without cracks or significant blemishes. A very nice example of a Napoleanic War Period English Boxlock Blunderbuss Pistol, ca. 1800. Overall length, 11". Price: $2,975.00
	A VERY GOOD AMERICAN-USED REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD FRENCH MODEL 1763/66 TYPE II FLINTLOCK PISTOL, Dtd. 17(74): In overall very good original flintlock condition. The Regulation, round, smoothbore, iron, band-fastened, .72 caliber, 9 1/2" barrel with a visible "P" Arsenal marking and a 17(74) date: smooth gray patina with some scattered light discoloration and isolated patches of fine surfaces pitting. Marked with a 23 unit? marking. Regulation walnut fullstock with fine untouched surfaces, sharp contours and 55% finish: some scattered handling marks, wear, abrasions, small chips and general signs of usage. Marked behind the sideplate with a worn, hand-carved, American, owner's, "BRT" initials and also stamped with a "IB" French inspector's marking. Regulation Model 1763 brass furniture: a raised "S" shaped sideplate, a trigger-guard with long teardrop finials and a screw-fastened rounded butt-cap with a short rear finial: a working life, American-made sheet-steel barrel-band with its original retaining spring. The inner bow of the trigger-guard with a "B"? French inspector's mark. In original flintlock configuration with its early Model 1763/66 lock. Flat lockplate with a stepped tail, a bridled, faceted iron powder-pan and its original, flat, reinforced hammer. In mechanically functional order with its original components and smooth steel-gray surfaces, en suite with the barrel. Retains a clean gray age patina with some scattered light discoloration/pitting: unmarked without visible Arsenal markings. In untouched original flintlock condition with an American-bushed touch hole and re-faced frizzen: indicates frequent use. A nice example of an American-Used Revolutionary War French Flintlock Pistol. Complete with its iron button-head ramrod. Overall length, 16". A well-used Model 1763/66 Pistol with signs of American/Colonial handling. For a similar example, please see G. C. Neumann's: "Battle Weapons of the American Revolution". Price: $2,775.00
	A VERY FINE QUALITY NAPOLEONIC/EMPIRE PERIOD GERMAN OFFICER'S/TRAVELLING PISTOL, ca. 1790-1815:: Chiseled, Cannon type, round, .48 caliber, smoothbore, pin-fastened, iron, 5" barrel with a baluster turned breech. Original flintlock configuration with crisp mechanics and original lock components throughout. Flat, beveled lockplate with deeply chiseled scrolls, en suite with the flat gooseneck hammer: bridle-less powder-pan. Walnut fullstock of classic Empire Design with a finely checkered flat grip, raised carved tang section and an octagonal flattened butt-cap/pommel: horn fore-end cap. Plain brass furniture: rifle type sideplate, single sheet-brass ramrod pipe, a flat butt-cap finial and the trigger-guard with an engraved fern finial and bow. In overall very fine condition. The barrel with an untouched patina and fine turnings: some scattered light to moderate pitting. Stock retains 90% of its varnish with sharp carving and checkering: several small hairlines towards the fore-end tip. Overall length 10". Original? wood ramrod. A fine quality and attractive German flintlock Officer's pistol dating to the early Napoleanic Period. Price: $1,650.00
	A VERY GOOD+ PAIR OF IRISH SILVER MOUNTED REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD "QUEEN ANN" OFFICER'S PISTOLS, by F. LORD, ca. 1760s: In overall very good+ original flintlock condition. Cannon-form, turn-off/screw-type, .57 caliber, smoothbore, 6", round, early Birmingham proofed, iron barrels with two maker's marks and one with a clear "1" marking. Nicely figured, bulbous-form, "Queen-Ann"-type, walnut grips of classic English design, having well pronounced lobed pommels, extensive rococo silver-wire inlay (65%) and full silver mounts: grotesque-mask butt-caps of classic "Pug's head" form and martial-theme central wrist-escutcheons with helmeted finials and "L.C." owner's initials. In very good original flintlock condition with sharp contours, smooth surfaces, some minor handling marks, minor abrasions and wear. Lightly engraved iron trigger-guards with an engraved barley-whirl design, on its bow. In original flintlock configuration with their original lock components, strong mainsprings, fine mechanics and smooth steel surfaces. The boxlock mechanisms/frames with finely engraved borders and scroll-engraved central panels. Each pistol signed with a "F. Lord" maker's signature and a "Dublin" address (wear to the engraving). Francis Lord of Dublin, Ire. worked (1745-1774) and was a contractor to the Board of Ordnance. (Please see E. Heer's: "Der Neue Stockel", vol. 1, pg. 726). The barrels and frames with smooth polished surfaces, good engraving and a light age-patina. A very well made and Rare Pair of Silver Mounted Revolutionary War Period Irish "Queen Ann" Officer's Pistols, ca. 1760s. Made by a recorded Dublin gunsmith; and of larger "Officer's" size. Overall length 12". Price: $6,875.00
	A VERY FINE U.S. MODEL 1816 S. NORTH FLINTLOCK PISTOL, ca. 1820: In overall very fine untouched, original flintlock condition. The iron surfaces with a smooth patina overall. Sighted, .54 caliber, smoothbore, 9 1/8", round, band-fastened iron barrel of standard dimensions with clear "US" and "P" proof marks on the top of the breech. Very fine and nicely figured American walnut stock without cartouches and nearly 95% finish. Full iron hardware of standard form, bearing a "U" inspector's mark: this marking also found on the external screw heads. The iron surfaces with an even gunmetal-gray patina throughout and the trigger retains much original bluing. Original flintlock configuration and all original lock components. Lockplate very clearly marked (rare for Mdl. 1816's) with an Eagle and "S. NORTH US MIDDLTN. CONN.". In overall very fine condition. The barrel and hardware with smooth lightly toned surfaces with much of their polish: some light salt and peppering at the breech. Complete and orginal, including the swelled-tip blackened hickory ramrod with tubular iron jag. A very fine example this distinctive Simeon North-made US military model flintlock pistol. A very tight hairline behind the sideplate. Overall Length 15". Price: $3,175.00
	A FINE PAIR OF REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD SILVER-WIRE-INLAY ENGLISH FLINTLOCK TURN-OFF PISTOLS, ca. 1775:In overall fine+, original flintlock condition. Round, 2 1/2", Turn-off, cannon-form, baluster-turned, smoothbore, .45 caliber, iron barrels with two early Birmingham black-powder proof marks, on their undersides. Finely engraved, central-hammer boxlock, flintlock mechanisms with "KING" maker's signatures: sliding trigger-guard safeties and hound's-tooth-engraved central hammers and frizzens: one hammer with a nearly undetectable old repair. Both in mechanically fine condition with strong mainsprings and frizzen springs: functional safeties. The sides of the frames with matching borders, finely engraved scrolls and clear maker's signatures. Smooth, steel gray surfaces with sharp engraving, 85% finish and very light patches of discoloration. Engraved iron trigger-guards with matching smooth, steel-gray surfaces and etched bows. Nicely figured, bag-shaped, walnut grips with some minor handling marks, sharp contours and 85% finish. Extensively inlayed with silver wire scrolls of classic Georgian design (99%). In overall fine+ condition. The barrels with good bores, smooth surfaces and a fine patina. The frames with sharp engraving, clear markings and matching surfaces. Very Fine grips without cracks or significant blemishes: retain virtually all of their silver wire. A very nice Pair of Revolutionary War Period English Boxlock "Queen Ann" Pistols, ca. 1775. Overall length, 8". Price: $3,875.00
	A FINE AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD REGT. MARKED ENGLISH "LIGHT DRAGOON" PISTOL, ca. 1770s: In overall fine original flintlock condition. The 9", smoothbore, .65 caliber, pin-fastened, round, iron barrel with baluster turnings at the breech and small, early, London, Gunmaker Company proof marks. Molded and carved walnut fullstock of regulation English Light Dragoon design with raised-carvings around the lock and sideplate and a matching beavertail apron at the barrel tang. Regulation Light Dragoon Pattern brass hardware with smooth surfaces and a lightly toned, mustard, patina overall. The trigger-guard with a hazelnut finial, a single barrel-shaped ramrod pipe, a short stirrup butt-cap and a flat "S"-shaped sideplate with a clearly engraved, Napoleanic War Period, "NOTTS YEOMANRY" Regimental marking. Unsigned, rounded, P-1777 lock with a "Wartime" gooseneck hammer with a notched spur and a teardrop finial frizzen spring. In overall fine original flintlock condition with smooth steel-gray surfaces and 65%+ polish. The barrel with matching surfaces and a fine age patina with some light discoloration and fine scattered pitting. Fine stock with some minor handling marks and 90% original finish: a tight hairline at the fore-end and a working life nailed hairline at the bottom edge of the lock. Replaced, brass-tip, wooden ramrod. A very nice Revolutionary War Period English Officer's Pistol, ca. 1770s, with later Regimental use by the Nottingham Yeomanry, which was founded in 1794. Overall length, 15 3/4". For a similar example, please see G. C. Neumann's: "Battle Weapons of the American Revolution". Price: SOLD
	A VERY GOOD REVOLUTIONARY PERIOD FRENCH MODEL 1777 PISTOL, Dtd. 1780: Clearly marked Charleville under the hammer. Brass integral frame with an "F" Arsenal-inspector's mark forward of the reinforced hammer. In overall very good condition. Regulation walnut grip with an old repaired piece of wood, on its left side and several scattered hairlines. Smoothbore, round .69 caliber, round, 7 1/2", iron barrel with a (17)80 date, on the left of breech. Iron back-strap with "skull crusher" butt. In original flintlock configuration with fine mechanics. Smooth, lightly cleaned, steel-gray surfaces throughout with patches of scattered light discoloration and fine pitting. The brass furniture with a lightly toned yellow patina, with evidence of a light cleaning. Mechanism in functional order, with a sharp "Charleville" arsenal marking. Complete with its original, button-tip, iron ramrod and belt hook. A very nice example of this distinctive pattern of Flintlock pistol. Approximately 500 Model 1777 Flintlock Pistols were personally supplied to the Americans, by Lafayette during the American Revolution (Famous Guns ... by Hank W. Bowman, pg. 46 & 48). The Mdl. 1777 pistols later served as the pattern for the first US Martial pistol, the Model 1799. Overall length, 13 1/2". Price: SOLD
A VERY FINE QUALITY BALKAN (ALBANIAN) or GREEK FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOL, ca. 1780-1820: In overall fine original flintlock condition. The round, pin-fastened, .68 caliber, smoothbore, 11 1/8", iron barrel with finely chiseled floral scrolls (worn), a raised sighting rib and simulated Italian proof marks, on the top of the breech: of fine quality with a sharp attention to detail. Etched and engraved Flintlock mechanism with a flat, banana-form, beveled lockplate with its matching hammer and frizzen: of fine quality Near Eastern/Greek manufacture with sharp contours, fine engraving and 85% polish. Retains its components and in functional order with a somewhat weak mainspring. Extensively carved walnut fullstock of typical Ottoman/Balkan influenced form, having a pronounced bulbous butt and extensive floral/vine scroll relief carving overall. Of most likely Greek manufacture , as is fitted with its full-length, removable, wooden ramrod. Finely etched and embossed brass mounts: of a quality not typically encountered on Eastern/Ottoman firearms. The stirrup type butt-cap with a pronounced pommel and etched and embossed vine and floral scrolls. Matching trigger-guard with acanthus leaf finials and a finely etched bow. Two barrel-form ramrod pipes an embossed rifle type triangular sideplate and a pierced and etched silver wrist escutcheon. In overall fine+ original flintlock condition. The barrel and lock with matching, smooth, gunmetal gray surfaces and some light patches of discoloration: the barrel with some scattered discoloration/fine pitting and the noted wear to the engraving. Very fine stock with light signs of use, some minor handling marks and 90% finish. The lock with smooth steel surfaces and the hardware with a fine attention to the etched and embossed details. A very nice example of a high quality Balkan/Greek Flintlock pistol, ca. 1810. Overall length, 18 1/4". Price: SOLD
	A VERY FINE+ REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOL BY BENNETT, ca. 1780: Nicely figured, molded and carved walnut fullstock of classic rococo English form with a long slender grip and fine quality relief carving around the mounts and lock. Embossed and finely engraved, full Paktong mounts: the butt-cap with fluted border side-stirrups and engraved martial theme vignettes, on the sides of the pommel. Two (2) barrel-form ramrod pipes, a "J.E" engraved shield wrist escutcheon and a lightly engraved trigger-guard with a hazelnut forward finial and an etched Tudor Rose, on its bow. Engraved, flat, S-shaped sideplate with a tail: original Baleen ramrod with matching Paktong tip. Long, round, 10 1/4", .66 caliber, smoothbore, iron barrel with two early London Gunmakers Company proof marks and a maker's mark. The top of the baluster-turned breech with nearly all of its original floral scroll engraving: the barrel tang, en suite. Rounded Lockplate with a sliding rear safety and a bridled powder-pan: matching gooseneck hammer and frizzen. Retains its original lock components, both of its blued sidebolts (90%) and is in mechanically functional order. Clearly engraved, under the powder-pan, with a "Bennett/Royal Exchange/London" signature/address. John Bennett II of London, UK was a noted gunsmith who worked 1779-1803 (please see H. L. Blackmore: "Gunmakers of London 1350-1850", pg. 51-52). In overall very fine+ untouched original flintlock condition with a fine touch-hole and powder-pan. The stock retains 95% original finish with a sharp, relief-carved, rococo scallop-shell at the barrel tang and pronounced raised teardrops, at the lock and sideplate. The barrel with clear marks and a very pleasing, smooth, light gray age patina. The lock with matching untouched surfaces, 90% original polish, clear engraving and is in functional order. Original components throughout. The original Baleen ramrod missing its worm. Overall length 17". An unusually large-size example of a very high quality Nickel-Silver (Paktong) Mounted Revolutionary War Period Officer's Pistol, made by an esteemed 18th century London gunsmith. Price: SOLD
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