MODEL 1817 SPRINGFIELD FLINTLOCK PISTOL TYPE II.

MODEL 1817 SPRINGFIELD FLINTLOCK PISTOL TYPE II. SN NSN. Cal. 69. 10-7/8″ Round bbl with “P”, eagle head, and “V” inspectors marks at left side of breech. Top is stamped “1818”. Type II lock without “teat”, reinforced cock, and frizzen with straight toe, is marked with small eagle over “US” ahead of cock, and “Spring” “Field” “1818” on tail. Pistol is iron mounted, with double band at forend, fitted with brass front sight. Walnut stock has two inspectors’ marks within ovals on left side behind sideplate. Right side of butt is stamped “LS” over “V” above grip cap. Trigger plate is stamped “EA”. Inside of lock is stamped “WD”. Pistol has old trumpet shaped hickory ramrod which appears to be original. Mr. Howard’s notes indicate that this came from Dr. Walter Peterson in 1980. PROVENANCE: Robert Howard Estate Collection. CONDITION: Good. Iron parts are pewter gray to brown patina overall, with light pinprick pitting. Lock markings are clear. Wood is good, with some repairs, and refinishing, sharp edges rounded. Wood slightly below metal. Inspectors markings are legible. 4-45255 MGM102 (4,500-8,500)

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2012

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
	1660	$10,925.00	MODEL 1817 SPRINGFIELD FLINTLOCK PISTOL TYPE II. SN NSN. Cal. 69. 10-7/8″ Round bbl with “P”, eagle head, and “V” inspectors marks at left side of breech. Top is stamped “1818”. Type II lock without “teat”, reinforced cock, and frizzen with straight toe, is marked with small eagle over “US” ahead of cock, and “Spring” “Field” “1818” on tail. Pistol is iron mounted, with double band at forend, fitted with brass front sight. Walnut stock has two inspectors’ marks within ovals on left side behind sideplate. Right side of butt is stamped “LS” over “V” above grip cap. Trigger plate is stamped “EA”. Inside of lock is stamped “WD”. Pistol has old trumpet shaped hickory ramrod which appears to be original. Mr. Howard’s notes indicate that this came from Dr. Walter Peterson in 1980. PROVENANCE: Robert Howard Estate Collection. CONDITION: Good. Iron parts are pewter gray to brown patina overall, with light pinprick pitting. Lock markings are clear. Wood is good, with some repairs, and refinishing, sharp edges rounded. Wood slightly below metal. Inspectors markings are legible. 4-45255 MGM102 (4,500-8,500) Auction: Firearms - Spring 2012 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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