The U.S. Model 1805 pistols are the first of only three muzzleloading pistols manufactured at the U.S. armories during the 19th century, the others being the Model 1807/1817 flintlock pistols and the Model 1855 percussion pistol-carbines both manufactured at Springfield Armory. Total production was 4,096 pistols c. 1806-1808. They were made as matching numbers pairs for mounted use, so this is one of two pistols numbered "262." It has the number along with "US" and the proof mark on the left side of the barrel at the breech. The furniture is brass. The lock has "HARPERS/FERRY/1807" vertically in three lines on the tail and the spread wing eagle and shield motif over "US" at the center. "JS" inspector mark visible on the front of the lower grip.

Good with gray and brown patina, moderate pitting, aged patina on the brass furniture, and general moderate wear. The stock is also very good and has some cracks and repairs in the forend, some filler, and general minor dings and scratches. Mechanically fine.