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Lot 1283:South Carolina Marked U.S. North 1816 Flintlock Pistol

December 9th, 2023|Bedford, TX

Lot 1283:South Carolina Marked U.S. North 1816 Flintlock Pistol

December 9th, 2023|Bedford, TX

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,400 - $2,250

South Carolina Marked U.S. North Model 1816 Flintlock Pistol

Manufactured from 1817 to 1820."S. NORTH/U [eagle shield motif]S/MIDLN CON." marked at the center of the lock, "P/US" marked at the left breech of the barrel, and "S.CAROLINA" on top of the breech. Features a brass blade front sight on the barrel band, brass flash pan without a fence, and a faint oval inspection cartouche stamped on the left stock flat.

ConditionGood, with traces of original brown finish, mostly dark brown patina, mild oxidation and pitting, a replacement hammer, age darkened patina on the brass flash pan, and mostly defined markings in the iron. The stock is good, with numerous scattered chips, dings and scratches, a crack behind the lock, a crack on the left ahead of the rear lock screw, and a faint but visible cartouche. The crude replacement hammer does not remain in the cocked position, needs mechanical work.

Details

ManufacturerSimeon North

Model1816

TypePistol

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge54

Barrel9 1/16 inch round

Finishbrown/casehardened

Stockwalnut

Item LocationBedford, TX

Catalog page201