UNMARKED “U. STATES” BRANDED FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOL

UNMARKED “U. STATES” BRANDED FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOL SN NSN. Cal. 62. Fine American made early flintlock pistol, probably Revolutionary era with bbl 8-1/16”, reduced to its current length during period of use. Bbl has a partially legible name at top that appears to begin with a “P” or “B” and has “JL” proof initials toward left side. Lockplate is French style, 5-1/4” long, with sharp tail having a vertical groove back of hammer. It has a bridled frizzen with flat side, bevel-edged gooseneck hammer and is brass mounted with nosepipe containing a replacement hickory ramrod. It has a generic trigger guard with rounded ends and a rounded “J” shaped sideplate apparently salvaged from another pistol with ends filed flat to fit. Mounted in a 1-pc cherry stock with a rib extending down backstrap with flat side panels and rnd, uncapped butt. Right flat is deeply branded “U. STATES”. Someone attempted to deface the brand but it is still completely legible. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains a mottled silver/brown patina with some moderate to heavy pitting toward front end. Lockplate & hammer, possibly period of use replacements, retain a smooth dark brown patina. Brass is a mellow light patina with heavy oxidation in sheltered areas, having been cleaned a long time ago. Stock appears to have had some minor repair at tip but is sound and retains a wonderful hand worn patina. Mechanics are fine. 4-33308 JR568 (3,000-5,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2007

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
	1539	$4,600.00	UNMARKED “U. STATES” BRANDED FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOL SN NSN. Cal. 62. Fine American made early flintlock pistol, probably Revolutionary era with bbl 8-1/16”, reduced to its current length during period of use. Bbl has a partially legible name at top that appears to begin with a “P” or “B” and has “JL” proof initials toward left side. Lockplate is French style, 5-1/4” long, with sharp tail having a vertical groove back of hammer. It has a bridled frizzen with flat side, bevel-edged gooseneck hammer and is brass mounted with nosepipe containing a replacement hickory ramrod. It has a generic trigger guard with rounded ends and a rounded “J” shaped sideplate apparently salvaged from another pistol with ends filed flat to fit. Mounted in a 1-pc cherry stock with a rib extending down backstrap with flat side panels and rnd, uncapped butt. Right flat is deeply branded “U. STATES”. Someone attempted to deface the brand but it is still completely legible. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains a mottled silver/brown patina with some moderate to heavy pitting toward front end. Lockplate & hammer, possibly period of use replacements, retain a smooth dark brown patina. Brass is a mellow light patina with heavy oxidation in sheltered areas, having been cleaned a long time ago. Stock appears to have had some minor repair at tip but is sound and retains a wonderful hand worn patina. Mechanics are fine. 4-33308 JR568 (3,000-5,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2007 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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