SIMEON NORTH MODEL 1811 FLINTLOCK PISTOL.

SN NSN. This is a fine example of a scarce gun in orig flint with very good markings. This gun conforms to other examples of this pattern which were made between 1811 and 1813. Characteristics include bore measuring .70 cal, 8-5/18″ rnd bbl with an overall length of about 15″. Gun is brass mounted including flashpan. Bbl is marked “P/US” and lock is marked forward of hammer with a drooped wing eagle over “U.STATES.” Behind hammer marked vertically is “S. NORTH/BERLIN/CON”. 1-pc walnut stock has inspector’s mark opposite lock “V/HHP”. This is a scarce gun in orig configuration with excellent markings. PROVENANCE: Collection of Charles A. Lamb. CONDITION: Gun appears to be very good to fine overall. Gun was not disassembled as it appears to be all orig with possible addition of wooden ramrod and it is in the right configuration. Metal overall is smooth and dark with a gray/plum patina; markings are crisp and easily discerned as can be seen in photos; brass and copper mounts have medium to dark mustard colored patinas with the expected small dings, dents and scratches associated with storage; many of the small parts have matching “vv” assembly markings; stock is sound and solid with good discernible cartouche with numerous small storage dings, dents and scratches; stock retains an old, thin varnish overall. 4-50937 JS139 (8,000-12,000) – Lot 2506

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2014

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2506	$7,475.00	SIMEON NORTH MODEL 1811 FLINTLOCK PISTOL. SN NSN. This is a fine example of a scarce gun in orig flint with very good markings. This gun conforms to other examples of this pattern which were made between 1811 and 1813. Characteristics include bore measuring .70 cal, 8-5/18″ rnd bbl with an overall length of about 15″. Gun is brass mounted including flashpan. Bbl is marked “P/US” and lock is marked forward of hammer with a drooped wing eagle over “U.STATES.” Behind hammer marked vertically is “S. NORTH/BERLIN/CON”. 1-pc walnut stock has inspector’s mark opposite lock “V/HHP”. This is a scarce gun in orig configuration with excellent markings. PROVENANCE: Collection of Charles A. Lamb. CONDITION: Gun appears to be very good to fine overall. Gun was not disassembled as it appears to be all orig with possible addition of wooden ramrod and it is in the right configuration. Metal overall is smooth and dark with a gray/plum patina; markings are crisp and easily discerned as can be seen in photos; brass and copper mounts have medium to dark mustard colored patinas with the expected small dings, dents and scratches associated with storage; many of the small parts have matching “vv” assembly markings; stock is sound and solid with good discernible cartouche with numerous small storage dings, dents and scratches; stock retains an old, thin varnish overall. 4-50937 JS139 (8,000-12,000) – Lot 2506 Auction: Firearms - Spring 2014 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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SIMEON NORTH MODEL 1811 FLINTLOCK PISTOL.