Guns International #: 102874100
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Guns International #: 102874100
Category - Antique Pistols - Flintlock
- Antique Pistols - 1500-1850
U.S. Model 1813 -
CONTRACT ARMY - Flintlock Pistol by SIMEON NORTH of Middletown
Description: 1813 Model flintlock pistol was manufactured by Simeon North in Middletown, Connecticut. North manufactured 1,626 Model 1813 pistols between 1813 and 1815. The Army received 626 pistols which did not have the belt hooks. The contract for the Model 1813 flintlock pistols were the first in which the gun maker agreed to provide weapons with interchangeable parts. This pistol has a round, smoothbore barrel with octagonal breech, double strap, and "Wickham Improvement" barrel band. The stock is black Walnut. The lock plate is marked: "S. NORTH"over an Eagle motif flanked by "U" and "S". "MIDLN. CON" is stamped in an upward curve below the eagle. The initials of inspector Henry H. Perkin (HHP) are stamped on the right breech flat above the flash hole. The left breech flat is stamped with a "P/US" proofmark. Very good +. This pistol barrel has a mottled, silver gray patina on the barrel and barrel band. The lock, side plate, trigger guard, back strap and buttcap have a brown patina. The barrel band, side plate, trigger guard, back strap and buttcap have light pitting. The barrel has been lightly cleaned and has scattered spots of age discoloration with light to moderate pitting. The lock has a smooth dark patina. The left barrel flat and lock markings are light but legible. The markings on the right side of the barrel are sharp. The stock is fine with minor pressure marks and dings. Including, the U.S. Issued tool. This is a solid example of a rare and historic U.S. primary martial pistol produced in limited numbers during the War of 1812. Price: $5,600.00 Antique: Yes Contact Seller |
Guns International #: 102874100
Guns International #: 102874100