These pistols were likely manufactured in the late 18th century or early 19th century. They have unique brass frames resembling an elongated version of the French Model 1777 ( also made by North & Cheney as the highly desirable U.S. Model 1799). The frames are in the basic shape of the forward section of a traditional flintlock pistol and have light engraved designs throughout. Unclear markings on the left flats. The "cannon" barrels have relief floral designs with golden backgrounds, golden bands, and blade front sights. The pistols are fitted with a traditional style stocks with silver wire inlaid designs, one silver star on each, and brass buttcaps with additional engraving patterns. Gun A has a replacement ramrod while the rod with gun B appears to be original to the period. The removal of the ramrod also allows the barrel to be dismounted. There are some small numeric markings on some of the components.

Fair. About half of the period replated gold finish on the barrel remains while the remaining iron components display a mottled gray patina with oxidation and light pitting. The brass has a large number of scratches and dings. Aside from the relief designs on the barrel, most of the designs and markings are faint. The slightly ill-fitting stock is also fair with most of the wire inlay absent and some chips and scratches, including a chunk absent on the right side at the junction with the buttcap. The action remains fine.

As discussed in A.

Fair. The barrel retains 50% plus of the golden finish. The iron components otherwise display a mixture of gray and brown patina with some light pitting a patches of oxidation. The brass is fairly bright in general with an aged patina in some areas, faint designs, and several scratches and marks. The stock is fair to fine with some gaps at the junctions with the frame and buttcap and most of the silver inlay absent. There are some glue repairs on the stock and trigger guard. The action remains fine.