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Category - Antique Pistols - Flintlock - Military Pistols - Antique

Category
Antique Pistols - Flintlock
Military Pistols - Antique

American War of 1812 Louisiana Militia Infantry Flintlock Officer's Pistol Battle of New Orleans RARE

Description:

Jeremiah Johnson Trading is one of the most experienced and trusted dealers of antique arms with over 40 years of collecting. We also specialize in antique cars & petroliana, Revolutionary and Civil War artifacts, 19th century nautical & western memorabilia, early Bowie and folding knives, American folk art, and colonial era furnishings. Visit us online at JeremiahJohnsonTrading or find us on Facebook. Our shop is located at 1618 Saybrook Rd. Haddam, CT. Look for the gold '55 Chevy road sign! ~Trades and offers are always considered~ Extremely Rare & Historic American Assembled War of 1812 Era Louisiana Militia Infantry Marked Flintlock Officer's Pistol with Nock Lock, .52 cal smoothbore, mfg. ca. 1800. This is a tremendously rare and important gun that very well may have participated in the Battle of New Orleans in 1815. The Louisiana Militia Infantry, or "LMI", was formed before the American Revolution and was comprised of several regiments which were for the most part raised in and around New Orleans. Over 1,000 men from the Louisiana militia fought for Andrew Jackson at the Battle of New Orleans and a regiment of militia accompanied General Zachary Taylor into Texas during the Mexican War. The LMI was officially dissolved at the outbreak of the Civil War in 1861 and it's men mustered into newly formed units such as the Washington Artillery, Louisiana Grays, and the famed Tiger Zouaves among others. The pistol measures 13 3/8" long overall and features a totally unmarked 7 3/4" long barrel. The unbridled lock is marked "NOCK" for the famed English gun maker Henry Nock and would have been sourced from an earlier Revolutionary War era gun. The lock remains in 100% original form and excellent condition. The entire pistol with the exception of the lock appears to be American made. The metal has a smooth silver/gray color overall. The stock retains an attractive untouched finish throughout and is twice branded "LMI" opposite the lock. Aside from a typical 1/2" crack ahead of the rear lock screw the wood remains in great shape with no further damage or repairs. Simple brass triggerguard, lock screw escutcheons, and turned ramrod pipes have a mustard color. The wood ramrod is a replacement. Curiously the forward lock screw is cut short with no provision for a proper length screw to meet the lock. This would suggest that the pistol was assembled with haste and little regard for quality beyond basic function. Prior to the Battle of New Orleans for instance weapons were in such great demand by Jackson's growing army that his last reserves and citizens of the town resorted to arming themselves with pikes and other implements. The action is remarkably crisp and functions flawlessly. The frizzen snaps shut and springs forward securely. A fine and very rare Louisiana militia pistol that will make a choice addition to any American military collection. Jeremiah Johnson Trading sells antique firearms manufactured prior to 1899 and muzzleloading blackpowder reproductions only. For the purpose of these conditions the term "antique firearm" will hence include muzzleloading blackpowder reproductions. Buyers must be 21 years of age or older and have no felony convictions to purchase antique firearms. Antique firearms do not require Federal licensing and may be shipped directly to the buyer with the following exceptions. No antique firearms will be shipped to Washington D. C. or any of the five boroughs of New York City or residents thereof. Some restrictions may apply to antique firearms shipped to California and will be noted in the item description if applicable. Any handgun (antique or muzzleloading blackpowder reproduction) shipped to New Jersey must ship to a licensed FFL holder. Any muzzleloading blackpowder reproduction rifle, shotgun, or handgun shipped to Illinois must ship to an FFL holder. No international sales of antique firearms which may fire conventional metallic cartridges or any reproductions regardless of ignition. Antique muzzleloaders, or antiques which fire obsolete cartridges, may be shipped internationally however it is the responsibility of the buyer to know and abide by their local laws and provide proof that the antique arm is legal to receive and own. Absolutely no sales of items containing antique ivory to New York, New Jersey, or California. No sales of bear parts to Alaska, California, Georgia, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Mississippi, Nebraska, New Jersey, North Dakota, South Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, Virginia, or West Virginia. Absolutely no international sales of knives or animal parts including items which contain antique ivory. Payment can be made by way of money order, banker's check, or personal check (Please allow 7-10 days for clearance on personal checks). Credit cards accepted for antique arms (no additional fees). If not satisfied with an item within 3 days of receiving it, simply return the item in the same condition as shipped for a full refund, minus return shipping costs. Cleaning, disassembly, or altering of a firearm in any way will void inspection privileges. Layaway may be allowed upon negotiation, but will void inspection privileges. Buyer pays actual shipping & insurance costs. Occasionally a post-1898 firearm from my personal collection may be sold under this account however it will be noted that any such transaction is a personal sale in no way affiliated with our business. Any such arm will be shipped to a licensed FFL or C&R holder in accordance with Federal law. All firearms are sold as collector's items and are not warranted safe for shooting. Please consult a competent gunsmith prior to shooting any firearm. Message or call with any questions about this firearm, or any of our other items at 860-873-1092 (office) or 860-345-2100 (shop).
 

SOLD

Antique: Yes
Manufacturer: American Assembled
Caliber Info: .52
Manufacture Date: Circa 1800