MODEL 1842 PALMETTO ARMORY PERCUSSION PISTOL

MODEL 1842 PALMETTO ARMORY PERCUSSION PISTOL SN NSN. Cal. 54. Usual configuration with 8-1/2” rnd bbl with a nifty, tiny brass dovetailed replacement front sight and usual “PV” and Palmetto tree proofs with date “1853” on tang. Left side flat of bbl is marked “WM. GLAZE & CO.”. Lockplate has usual Palmetto Armory markings in front of hammer and “COLUMBIA / SC 1852” vertically behind hammer. Mounted in a 1-pc walnut stock with brass furniture having the 1842 style integral bbl band and sideplate with long brass backstrap having the integral rnd buttcap. trigger guard is 2-pc brass with flared bow and has a captive rammer. Left side panel is crudely carved “MB” in large letters. Only about 1,000 of these pistols were made for the State of South Carolina and according to Flayderman’s Guide to Antique American Firearms it is uncertain that William Glaze actually manufactured these pistols. It is speculated that he purchased surplus and condemned parts from Northern makers and assembled the pistols. Accompanied by a letter from noted authority Dr. Frederick G. Novy, who completely authenticated this pistol. CONDITION: Good. Iron overall retains a bright cleaned & polished finish with moderate pitting around nipple area and front of lockplate. There are vice marks on both side flats of bbl. Wood shows heavy wear with nicks & dings and retains a restored finish. Mechanics are fine. 4-33311 JR575 (5,000-7,000)

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
	1554	$0.00	MODEL 1842 PALMETTO ARMORY PERCUSSION PISTOL SN NSN. Cal. 54. Usual configuration with 8-1/2” rnd bbl with a nifty, tiny brass dovetailed replacement front sight and usual “PV” and Palmetto tree proofs with date “1853” on tang. Left side flat of bbl is marked “WM. GLAZE & CO.”. Lockplate has usual Palmetto Armory markings in front of hammer and “COLUMBIA / SC 1852” vertically behind hammer. Mounted in a 1-pc walnut stock with brass furniture having the 1842 style integral bbl band and sideplate with long brass backstrap having the integral rnd buttcap. trigger guard is 2-pc brass with flared bow and has a captive rammer. Left side panel is crudely carved “MB” in large letters. Only about 1,000 of these pistols were made for the State of South Carolina and according to Flayderman’s Guide to Antique American Firearms it is uncertain that William Glaze actually manufactured these pistols. It is speculated that he purchased surplus and condemned parts from Northern makers and assembled the pistols. Accompanied by a letter from noted authority Dr. Frederick G. Novy, who completely authenticated this pistol. CONDITION: Good. Iron overall retains a bright cleaned & polished finish with moderate pitting around nipple area and front of lockplate. There are vice marks on both side flats of bbl. Wood shows heavy wear with nicks & dings and retains a restored finish. Mechanics are fine. 4-33311 JR575 (5,000-7,000) 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.

.red{fill:#B50938;} .white{fill:#FFFFFF;} .blue{fill:#005596;}