S. NORTH 1813 CONTRACT PISTOL.

S. NORTH 1813 CONTRACT PISTOL. SN NSN. Cal. 72. 9″ rnd bbl with faceted breech marked “P” over “US” on left bbl flat and “H.H.P” on the right bbl flat, lock marked underneath brass pan “S. NORTH” over-arc, over “U” spread-winged eagle “S”, over “MIDLN, CON” under-arc. In the wood opposite the lock is the inspector’s mark of “V” over “LS” in a circle. Bottom of pan, bbl tang & screw, buttcap & both screws, sideplate, both lock screws and front band marked “II.” indicating orig assembly numbering system at the North factory. Ramrod appears to be orig as does the entire gun. With only 541 delivered to the army, this makes a desirable pistol in orig flint for the discriminating collector. PROVENANCE: Peter Wainwright Collection. CONDITION: Metal shows light pitting over bbl and furniture, slightly heavier at the buttcap. Lock shows its age with slight patina but overall in excellent condition. Overall condition of the stock is fine showing some minor handling nicks and a 5/16″ long stress crack at rear of sideplate, not affecting the soundness of the stock. 4-38187 (3,000-5,000)

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2010

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
	2510	$9,200.00	S. NORTH 1813 CONTRACT PISTOL. SN NSN. Cal. 72. 9″ rnd bbl with faceted breech marked “P” over “US” on left bbl flat and “H.H.P” on the right bbl flat, lock marked underneath brass pan “S. NORTH” over-arc, over “U” spread-winged eagle “S”, over “MIDLN, CON” under-arc. In the wood opposite the lock is the inspector’s mark of “V” over “LS” in a circle. Bottom of pan, bbl tang & screw, buttcap & both screws, sideplate, both lock screws and front band marked “II.” indicating orig assembly numbering system at the North factory. Ramrod appears to be orig as does the entire gun. With only 541 delivered to the army, this makes a desirable pistol in orig flint for the discriminating collector. PROVENANCE: Peter Wainwright Collection. CONDITION: Metal shows light pitting over bbl and furniture, slightly heavier at the buttcap. Lock shows its age with slight patina but overall in excellent condition. Overall condition of the stock is fine showing some minor handling nicks and a 5/16″ long stress crack at rear of sideplate, not affecting the soundness of the stock. 4-38187 (3,000-5,000) Auction: Firearms - Spring 2010 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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