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Lot #2392
Lot #2394

Lot 2393: Two Napoleonic Wars Era British Flintlock Pistols

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: June 22, 2024

Lot 2393: Two Napoleonic Wars Era British Flintlock Pistols

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: June 22, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,800 - $3,000
Price Realized:
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A) New Land Pattern Pistol

Manufacturer: British
Model: Flintlock Pistol
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 66
Barrel: 9 inch round
Finish: brown
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 885
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
Description:

The New Land Pattern pistols were introduced in 1803, and this pistol is the c. 1810 improved version with a sliding safety and stepped tail on the lock. These were used by the British cavalry during the Napoleonic War. Lock marked with St. Edward's crown above "GR" cipher at center and "TOWER" with a floral motif at the tail, and proofs at the breech.

Rating Definition:

Good overall with brown and gray patina on the iron, pitting, corrosion, golden aged patina on the brass, and scratches, dents, chips, cracks and a repair on bottom front of the stock. Sliding safety seized, otherwise mechanically fine.



B) Pattern 1799 Elliot Light Dragoon Pistol

Manufacturer: Nock Henry
Model: Flintlock
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 66
Barrel: 9 inch round
Finish: brown
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 885
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
Description:

Lock marked with St. Edward's crown above "GR" cipher at center and "TOWER" at the tail, and proofs at the breech.

Rating Definition:

Good overall with brown patina on the iron, pitting, corrosion, golden aged patina on the brass, and scratches, dents, chips, cracks and absent sections in the stock. Mechanically fine.



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