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2510
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$5,750.00
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FINE SIMEON NORTH MODEL 1816 FLINTLOCK MARTIAL PISTOL.SN NSN. Cal. 54. 9-1/4″ Round bbl is stamped with “P” and “US” as well as “OA” at rear. Lock with inset brass pan, bridled friction frizzen, and spring with bulbous finial, is fitted with round bodied cock, and stamped in early fashion “S. North” over “US” and Eagle over “MIDLn. CON”. Pistol is iron mounted with tip of stock extending beyond bbl band, which has brass front sight on front strap. Hickory ramrod has threaded steel ferule. Inspectors mark, LS (Luther Sage), is on left side of stock opposite lock. Small letter assembly marks “Z” or “B” are found on most all small parts. PROVENANCE: Collection of Charles A. Lamb. CONDITION: Fine overall. Original flintlock. Iron parts are a fine plum/gray with some staining and pitting especially at bolster. Stock is very fine, with orig finish with some raised grain. Inspector and sub inspector marks are crisp and well defined as can be seen in photos. There are two hairline cracks between lock escutcheon and bbl. Mechanically gun functions and bore is fairly smooth with pitting. 4-50939 JS122 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2510
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. |