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A VERY FINE PAIR OF SILVER MOUNTED QUEEN ANN PISTOLS, by DAVID WYNN, ca. 1720: In overall very fine original flintlock condition. The round, 2 1/2", cannon-form, turn-off, smoothbore, .48 caliber, "bright finished" (25%) steel barrels with finely engraved, baluster-turned breeches and scroll-engraved tangs: marked, under the trigger-guard finials, with two (2), pre-1740 London Gunmaker Company proof marks. Full sidelock flintlock mechanisms of classic "Queen Ann" form with thread border engravings and matching, scroll engraved, gooseneck hammers: engraved under the bridled powder-pans (one bridle missing), with clear "D. Wynn Londini" signatures. David Wynn of London, UK was a noted early 18th century gunsmith who proved his guns by the London Gunmaker Co. 1721-1729 and had a partnership with Henry Delany (ca. 1720-1740). (please see H. L. Blackmore's: "Gunmakers of London 1350-1850", pg. 81 & 208). Embossed and engraved, heavy-gauge, unmarked (early) silver Mounts. Bulbous, embossed and engraved, silver butt-caps with acanthus-leaf finials, finely etched/embossed borders and unusual "Green-man" masks. Early form iron trigger-guard with lightly engraved bows and pointed finials; and vacant wrist escutcheons with mask finials, en suite with the butt-caps. Molded and simply carved burl walnut, Queen Ann stocks/grips with straight grip-profiles, relief carved teardrops and bulbous butts: raised leaf aprons, at the barrel-tangs. In overall very fine original flintlock condition. The barrels with sharp contours, fine bores and some light patches of discoloration/wear: clear proof marks and much bright finish. The locks/mechanisms with matching smooth surfaces and very good mechanics. Retain their very early and seldom seen, sliding rear safeties. Very fine walnut grips with 90% finish, sharp contours and some minor handling marks and tight hairlines/repairs. A very nice "Pocket" size Pair of Silver Mounted English Breech-loading Flintlock Queen Ann Pistols, by an esteemed early 18th century London Gunsmith, ca. 1720s. Overall length, 7 1/2". Price: $12,575.00
A VERY GOOD CENTRAL ITALIAN/BOLOGNESE SNAPHANCE POCKET PISTOL, ca. 1720s: In overall very good condition. The octagonal to round, Spanish made, unsighted, 5 1/8", iron .49 caliber, smoothbore barrel with an octagonal breech-section and a "wedding-band" transition: clearly marked with a "G. Fernandez" maker's mark and with several gold-inlayed markings, of classic Spanish form. Geromino Fernandez of Madrid, Spain was a well-recorded gunsmith who worked 1690-1727 (please see "Der Neue Stockel", vol. 1, pg. 365). Figured walnut fullstock with relief carvings around the barrel tang, the lock and along the forestock: some scattered handling marks and 85% finish. Lightly engraved and simply embossed brass hardware: the trigger-guard with floral-type forward finial and a working-life repair to its bow. The triangular sideplate with simple line-engraved borders and floral finials. Stirrup-type butt-cap with an embossed oval pommel. Baluster turned single ramrord/entry with a matching floral finial, en suite with the sideplate and rear finial of trigger-guard. Very fine quality Snaphance mechanism of classic chiseled and etched Italianate form. The scroll and floral etched lockplate with a sculpted and engraved, separate, sliding pan-cover. The relief-chiseled hammer with a finely embossed retaining screw and its original jaw and screws. Matching chiseled frizzen: the arm embossed with a relief-chiseled dog's head. Fine exterior surfaces, sharp contours and (65%) polish: will not hold on cock position. The barrel with sharp embossed fluting and generally smooth steel surfaces: some light scattered discoloration and fine pitting. Fine stock retains 85% of finish with some minor handling marks and minor shrinkage at the butt-cap and lock. The lockplate with sharp engraving and fine quality relief chiseled accents. The hardware with an untouched, deeply toned mustard age patina. Original, plain, wood ramrod. Overall length 10". (for similar examples, please see A. Gaibi: Armi Da Fuoco D'Italiane pl. 273 & .566) . Price: $3,975.00
A VERY FINE+ RARE PAIR OF COLONIAL/FRENCH & INDIAN WAR PERIOD QUEEN ANN TURN-OFF OFFICER'S PISTOL BY JAMES FREEMAN, ca. 1715: In overall very fine untouched original flintlock condition with a smooth and even age patina overall. The round-to-round, 5 1/4", cannon-form, turn-off, smoothbore, .60 caliber, iron barrels with two English proof marks and the barrel tops with clear "LONDON" addresses. Original flintlock mechanisms, of classic "Queen Ann" design with rounded, hound's tooth engraved gooseneck hammers, matching border engravings and clearly marked with "Freeman" signatures, for the noted London Gunsmith James Paul Freeman (w. 1705- 1720 and was known for his silver-mounted breech-loading pistols: please see H. Blackmore, Gunmakers of London 1350-1850, pg. 96). The frizzen-backs and frames with matching decorations and generally smooth surfaces: 65%+ polish and some light patches of discoloration/wear. The iron trigger-guards with engraved Quiver & Arrows. Chased and embossed silver Mounts: Grotesque mask butt-caps, classic Georgian/rococo-Serpent Scroll, openwork sideplates and mask finial wrist escutcheons, with an engraved Arm & Staff "Coat of Arms"/Family Crest: should be further researched. Burl walnut, Queen Ann type grips with a molded bulbous butts and fine relief carving around the barrel tang: stepped carved at the tails of the lock mortises. In overall very fine untouched original flintlock condition. The barrels with smooth, untouched, gunmetal surfaces, 75% polish and only some light patches of discoloration: fine touch holes. The locks/mechanisms with matching surfaces, fine mechanics and clear engraving/signatures. Very Fine walnut grips with some minor handling marks and 90%+ finish. A very fine and rare Pair of "FREEMAN" Breech-loading Flintlock pistols, from the early Colonial Period, ca. 1715. Overall length, 12". Price: $11,750.00
A VERY GOOD COLONIAL/FRENCH & INDIAN WAR PERIOD IRON MOUNTED ENGLISH OFFICER’S PISTOL, by JAMES BARBAR I, ca. 1740: In overall very good original flintlock condition. Three stage, round to round, 8 1/4", smoothbore, .67 caliber, steel barrel with a scroll engraved tang and two pre-1740 London Gunmakers Company proof marks, on the left of the breech: also marked with a Star/“I.B.” (James Barbar I) maker’s mark (please see: “Gunmakers of London”, pg. 212-213). In original flintlock configuration: the lock with hound’s-tooth border engravings and its components: engraved gooseneck hammer and arrowhead finial frizzen-spring. Engraved, under the bridled powder-pan with a clear "BARBAR" maker's signature for the famed James Barbar I London, UK 1722-1767 and is perhaps best known for his Royal Appointment as Armourer to George II, in 1741. (please see H. L. Blackmore's: "Gunmakers of London 1350-1850", pg. 46). The frizzen-back and lockplate with matching hound’-tooth decorations and generally smooth steel-gray surfaces with 45% polish and some scattered light mottling. Finely etched and engraved steel Mounts of early English form: an openwork embossed rococo vine scroll sideplate, two (2) barrel-form ramrod pipes, a vacant acanthus leaf finial wrist escutcheon, a a matching trigger-guard with fluted bow and a long stirrup-type butt-cap with a lightly engraved lozenge shaped pommel. Molded and carved walnut fullstock with a curved grip and a bulbous butt: relief carved around the lock, barrel tang and the sideplate with raised teardrops. In overall very good original flintlock condition. The barrel with fine contours and some light patches of discoloration and expected pitting-the touch-hole with a period bushing. The lock with matching surfaces and a strong mainspring. Very good stock with scattered handling marks, several hairlines, old repairs under the lock mortise and forward of the trigger-guard, 55%+ finish and sharp contours/carvings. A nice example of a classic Colonial/French & War Period English Flintlock Officer’s Pistol, by an esteemed early 18th century London Gunsmith. Associated wooden ramrod with steel tip. Overall length, 14". Price: SOLD
A FINE & RARE 17th CENTURY BRESCIAN/NORTHERN ITALIAN CHISELED STEEL BELT PISTOL, ca. 1690s: In overall fine untouched condition. The octagonal to round, unsighted, 6 1/2", iron .50 caliber, smoothbore barrel with an engraved breech-section, a matching tang and a finely detailed double "wedding-band" transition. Nicely figured, dark burl walnut fullstock of early form with a straight grip and a flared “semi fish tail” butt. Relief carved around the barrel tang, the lockplate, sideplate and along the underside of the forestock: some minor old hairlines and small fills. Chiseled, pierced and embossed "bright" steel hardware of classic late 17th century Brescian form. The trigger-guard with a chiseled and embossed floral-form forward finial and its bow with deeply fluted borders and a finely detailed raised central floral medallion. Pierced, engraved and chiseled trigger and an openwork sideplate with etched dog-head-tendril vine scrolls, of 17th century form. Stirrup-type butt-cap with an embossed rounded pommel with and engraved floral pommel-cap, en suite with the trigger-guard bow. Two chiseled and etched ramrod pipes with finely detailed floral finials. The lockplate of traditional Brescian form with finely polished (85%+), rounded, steel surfaces with its sculpted and chiseled hammer. Matching retaining-screw and the top jaw with a chiseled decoration: the fizzen and bridle-less powder-pan, en suite. The lockplate with deeply fluted borders and a finely detailed embossed leaf, on its tail. Signed, across its face with an illegible “Pietro…?” maker’s signature. In overall fine condition with smooth surfaces, sharp contours and (85%) polish. The barrel with smooth steel surfaces, some light scattered discoloration and a fine touch-hole. Fine stock with 85% finish, some expected minor handling marks and a fine grain-pattern. The lockplate with sharp engraving/chiseling 85% polish and its original components: in mechanically functional order with a strong mainspring. The hardware with a matching, deeply chiseled, steel surfaces. Original, wooden ramrod with a finely turned steel tip, of Italian form. Overall length 12". A very nice example of a scarce Late 17th Brescian Chiseled Steel Flintlock Belt-Sized Pistol, ca. 1690. (For similar examples, please see A. Gaibi: “Armi Da Fuoco Italiane”. Price: $5,775.00
AN EARLY, RARE & DATED COLONIAL PERIOD AMERICAN FLINTLOCK PISTOL, dtd. 1769 : In overall very good+ original flintlock condition. The 9 1/2", octagonal to round, .63 caliber, smoothbore, pin-fastened, iron, American-made? barrel with an untouched russet age patina and a very goodtouch-hole. Robust and somewhat crudely formed American Black Walnut fullstock of early design with sharp drop to the short grip, simple raised carvings and a bulbous butt-section (for similar examples, please see G. C. Neumann's: "Battle Weapons of the American Revolution". Lightly engraved, American-made, brass furniture: the trigger-guard with a simple rounded and stepped bow and a squared forward finial, two sheet-brass ramrod-pipes; and a bulbous butt-cap of early English/American-form with crudely etched, martial-theme engraved, side-terminals. The engraving of typical colonial quality. Triangular-form/rifle-type brass sideplate with an obliterated "W. Polk?" owner's name and a visible 1769 date. American made lock with a slightly crude appearance to its flat lockplate, matching gooseneck hammer, bridled powder-pan and frizzen. In overall very good original flintlock condition. The barrel, lock and furniture with a dark, untouched age patina with generally smooth surfaces having some light discoloration and wear. The stock with 75%+ finish, some handling marks, scuffs and general signs of use: fine quality, simple raised teardrops at the barrel tang and along the bottom of the fore-stock. Complete with all original lock components and its original plain wood ramrod. Overall length 15 1/8". A good example of a rare Dated American-made, Colonial Period, Flintlock Holster Pistol, ca. 1769. Most probably saw service, during the French & Indian and the American Revolutionary War. Of most likely New England or New York, possibly Connecticut make. An interesting and original example of a rare type of American Pistol. Price: $5,750.00
A VERY GOOD CASED BRACE OF NAPOLEONIC WAR PERIOD ENGLISH FLINTLOCK OFFICER’S PISTOLS BY "HENRY NOCK" of LONDON, UK, ca. 1790s: In overall very good+ original flintlock condition with smooth steel and wood surfaces. Round, pin-fastened, Regulation-pattern, .66 caliber, 9", barrels with integral iron tangs and London proof marks on the left sides of the breeches (one barrel with a “H.N” Maker’s mark (please see Blackmore’s “Gunmakers of London…”, pg. 214 No. 159), a “LONDON” address and two London Gunmaker Co. proof marks: the other with two “Tower” Proofs). Full-sidelock flintlock mechanisms with flat line-engraved lockplates, bridled powder-pans and clearly engraved “H. NOCK” maker’s signatures for the renowned Henry Nock (1770-d.1804) of London, UK; who worked as gunmaker to King George III and as a Contractor to the Board of Ordnance. (Please see H.L. Blackmore’s: “Gunmakers of London…”, pg. 149) Full, plain, brass mounts of classic Napoleonic War Period English martial design: in emulation of the Ordnance “Light Dragoon” Pattern. Flat S-shaped sideplates, single barrel-form ramrod pipes; and Land-Service Pattern, pin-fastened trigger-guards with pointed forward finials. One horn and one brass tip wooden ramrod. Molded and simply carved, walnut fullstocks with faceted cane-handle type grips, raised carving around the locks and sideplates and nicely carved fore-stocks. In overall very good+ near fine condition with old repairs above the locks. The barrels with smooth steel-gray surfaces, clear proof marks, some scattered light patches of discoloration/fine pitting—at the breeches. The expected light wear and a clear London address. The dark, color-casehardened (50%+), oil-quenched locks with fine block-character signatures, their original thread-engraved gooseneck hammers, matching rounded frizzens and teardrop-finial frizzen-springs: fine mechanics with strong mainsprings. The mounts, en suite with smooth lightly-toned, brass surfaces and a dark patina-- in protected recesses. The stocks with sharp contours, tight metal-to-wood fit, 75%+ finish and several minor repairs and tight old age-cracks. Overall length 15". Cased in a relined English walnut-veneer case with a very fine green felt liner—retains sharp contours, sound partitions and virtually no stains. The interior with various accessories including an English-type embossed-copper powder flask, an ebony handle screwdriver, a bullet mold with sprue cutter and two corner compartment lids with turned ivory pulls--contain patches, leather, lead balls and the key to the exterior lock. The exterior of the case with some expected signs of wear and handling. Scattered light abrasions and 75% finish and fitted with its original brass escutcheon-plate. A very nice Cased Pair/Brace of Henry Nock Flintlock Pistols, ca. 1790. Case: 15 ½” x 11” x 3”. Price: $6,875.00
A VERY FINE+ & SCARCE AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD ENGLISH OFFICER'S GORGET w/ GEORGE III ROYAL CYPHER, ca. 1770: In overall very fine+ near excellent untouched condition with choice gilt bronze surfaces, retaining nearly all its (97%+) finish. The rolled borders with fine contours, the upper loops with piercings for a silk? suspension cord and the interior surfaces with an untouched dark age-patina and some expected light patches of discoloration. The central panel with a crisply engraved George III Royal cypher with a large Crown and "GR" within an acanthus leaf vine border. Of very fine handcrafted quality with a sharp attention to detail. Crisp engravings with finely etched accents and a detailed jeweled Crown. A very fine+ near excellent original example of an American Revolutionary War Period English Officer's Gorget, ca. 1770s. For a similar example, please see Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution". Price: $1,875.00
A FINE & RARE DUBLIN HALLMARKED REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD SILVER MOUNTED OFFICER'S PISTOL BY S. WALLACE, ca. 1770s: In overall fine, original flintlock condition. The octagonal to round, slightly flared, iron, .63 caliber, smoothbore, 7 1/4", barrel with a wedding-band transition, two (post 1750) Dublin Proof marks and a "S. W." maker's mark, for Samuel Wallace. Scroll engraved breech and tang: the top of the breech with a worn "DUBLIN" address. Molded and carved, nicely figured, dark walnut stock of typical Georgian design with a "Queen Ann-type" bulbous butt and relief carved teardrops around the lock and sideplate: the barrel-tang with a rococo scallop shell carving. Scroll engraved, flat, sidelock flintlock mechanism with a bridled powder-pan and a matching gooseneck hammer. The face of the lock, hammer and frizzen-back engraved, en suite. Marked, under the powder-pan, with a clear "Wallace" signature: Samuel Wallace of Dublin, Ireland (please see E. Heer's: "Der Neue Stockel", vol. 2). Fine quality, deeply embossed, full silver mounts: the trigger-guard and rear of the butt-cap with Dublin silver hallmarks. Grotesque mask butt-cap with a deeply embossed pug's face, an oval wrist-escutcheon with a finely engraved border and an "G.D" owner's initials, two barrel-type ramrod pipes and an engraved openwork sideplate of classic Georgian-form. Early type silver trigger-guard with an embossed Barley Husk forward finial and an engraved Tudor Rose, on its bow. In overall fine original flintlock condition. The barrel with smooth, steel-gray surfaces with scattered discoloration and fine pitting overall: clear proof and maker's marks. The lock and hammer with matching steel-gray surfaces and all of their original components: fine mechanics with a strong mainspring. Near excellent stock with sharp contours, very light handling marks and 95%+ finish. Deeply embossed silver mounts with rare Dublin, Ire. silver Hallmarks on the trigger-guard and butt-cap. A very well made and fine quality example of an Irish Hallmarked, Silver Mounted, Flintlock Officer's Pistol", ca. 1770s. Original? horn tip wooden ramrod. Overall length, 13". Price: $5,975.00
A VERY GOOD MUSKET-BORE AMERICAN FLINTLOCK “TRADE” PISTOL, ca. 1820: In overall very good untouched original flintlock condition. The round, 8 3/4", smoothbore, 74 caliber, band-fastened, unmarked, American-made?, recycled, musket barrel with a smooth gunmetal/brown age patina and a fine touch-hole. Molded and somewhat coarsely carved American walnut fullstock of typical “Trade” design, having a slightly bulbous and heavy, "cane-handle" type grip with simple raised carvings around lock and sideplate mortises. Sheet brass & iron furniture: a rounded finial trigger-guard, an “English Service-type” flat "S" shaped sideplate and a recycled Musket barrel-band with brazed seam and vestige of a removed sling-swivel-stud. The unmarked, flat "American lock with its original gooseneck hammer, bridled powder pan and a matching arrowhead-finial frizzen spring: in mechanically functional order with a strong mainspring. In overall very good untouched original flintlock condition. The barrel with smooth deeply toned surfaces and some light patches of discoloration and oxidation. The lock with a smooth patina, en suite. Very good stock with sharp contours, 85%+ finish, some minor handling marks and expected light abrasions. The hardware with a nicely toned and untouched age patina. A classic example of an American Made flintlock “Trade” Pistol, ca. 1820. The type of “Backwoods” made Pistol sold to American Indians and Frontiersmen. Original wooden ramrod. Overall length 15". Price: $2,275.00
AN UNTOUCHED TURKISH FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOL, ca. 1780-1820: In overall good+ untouched original flintlock condition. The octagonal to round, pin and band fastened, .57 caliber, smoothbore, 8 1/2", iron barrel with deeply etched and gold damascened (worn) Islamic Koranic verses and vine floral scrolls: the muzzle with a slight flare; and a replaced tang screw. Flintlock mechanism with a flat beveled lockplate, its original matching hammer and frizzen: of European manufacture -- for Eastern export with a strong French/Germanic influence to its design. Retains untouched dark steel surfaces with a strong mainspring: slightly out of timing, as the sear will not always release from the "full-cocked" position. Molded and carved walnut fullstock of classic Ottoman Turkish form: having a pronounced bulbous butt and a fine grain pattern: various hairlines, minor losses, handling marks, shrinkage and chipping; missing its fore-end cap with obvious signs of handling and hard use. Of Ottoman make with a strong Western influence of design, as made for a full-length, removable ramrod: missing. Deeply engraved and gold damascened (worn) sideplate, en suite with the barrel. The brass stirrup type butt-cap with a pronounced pommel and lightly engraved borders (loose). An iron trigger-guard with a long rear finial, an embossed bow and a (missing) urn forward finial. A single barrel-form ramrod pipe with a pointed rear finial: a missing diamond-form wrist escutcheon. In overall good+ untouched original flintlock condition with dark original surfaces. The barrel and lock with matching brown/gray surfaces and some light patches of discoloration and pitting: the barrel with some scattered discoloration/fine pitting and the noted wear to the gold-wash. Fair to good stock with various handling marks, shrinkage, signs of age/use, old age-cracks, 70%+ finish and several filled and nailed repairs. Good hardware with simply etched and embossed details: some wear. A nice untouched example of an Ottoman Turkish Flintlock pistol, ca. 1780-1820. Overall length, 15". For similar examples, please see G. C. Stone's: "A Glossary of the Construction, Decoration and Use of Arms & Armor", pg. 506. Price: $700.00
A MID 18th CENTURY AUSTRO-HUNGARIAN/BOHEMIAN FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOL, MARKED TO THE RENOWNED BARON "GABRIEL von SPLENY" ca. 1760-1770s: In overall fine original flintlock condition. The 11 1/2", octagonal to round, .69 caliber, smoothbore, pin-fastened, iron, barrel with an integral rear tang-sight and a "G. SPLENY" owner's signature, on the top of the breech. The signature most likely for the famed Austro-Hungarian Baron & Major General: Gabriel Baron von Spleny, who in 1774 crossed the Galician-Polish Frontier and carried out the military occupation of "Austrian"-Moldavia. (please see dizzyweb.ehpes.com/bukovina/chronology.htm - 22k). Robust, light colored, Hardwood fullstock of early design with sharp drop to the bulbous grip. Molded and carved with simple teardrops at the lock and sideplate and an incised floral bouquet, around the barrel-tang. Martial-type brass furniture. The sheet-brass trigger-guard with simple screw and nail-fastened, pointed finials and a somewhat crudely fashioned bow: a finely curled iron trigger. Two, sheet-brass, barrel-form ramrod pipes: the tailpipe with a slightly roughly fashion pointed rear finial. Germanic-form butt-cap with simply etched hounds and scrolls and long side-stirrups. Prussian "Model 1742" type, raised, brass sideplate with tail. The unsigned lock with a flat, banana-form lockplate and its matching gooseneck hammer and frizzen. A bridle-less powder-pan and a teardrop finial frizzen-spring. In overall fine original flintlock condition. The barrel and lock with an untouched age patina, smooth surfaces and some light discoloration and fine scattered pitting. The stock with 85% finish, several minor chips, some scattered handling marks and small gouges. In mechanically functional order: the jaw-screw a working-life replacement. Complete, with its original, plain, wooden ramrod. Overall length 18 1/4". A very nice example of an owner identified Flintlock Holster Pistol with a "Noble Provenance" ("Spleny" should be further researched). A classic Germanic Flintlock Holster Pistol, ca. 1760-1770s. The trigger-guard with a brass collection-tag marked "HM"/"791". For similar examples (please see G. C. Neumann: "Battle Weapons of the American Revolution"). Price: $3,850.00
A VERY FINE SPANISH COLONIAL PERIOD MIQUELET HOLSTER PISTOL, ca. 1750": In overall very fine condition. Nicely figured, molded and carved walnut fullstock of classic rococo "Madrid" form with a bulbous butt and relief and incised carvings around the mounts and lock—- with a strong French influence to its styling. Embossed and fully engraved, brass mounts: the butt-cap with long pin-fastened side-stirrups engraved and etched, en suite with the sides of the pommel-- classic grotesque mask finial. A single barrel-form ramrod pipe, an openwork and engraved sideplate with its steel center-plate; and an engraved pin-fastened shield-type wrist escutcheon with scroll-engraved ribbon-form brass applique borders. The trigger-guard with an etched acanthus leaf forward finial and a deeply engraved bow: retains its wooden ramrod with flared brass tip. Lightly cleaned, 11 3/4", .70 caliber, very fine quality, octagonal to round, smoothbore, pin-fastened, iron barrel with an etched wedding-band transition and a sunken, gold inlayed Crown/"V" maker's mark: the marking of similar form to that of Diego Ventura of Madrid, Spain who worked 1720-1762- (please E. Heer's: "Der Neue Stockel" vol. 2, pg. 1325, No. 8398). Also adorned with an inlayed cross and with matching floral designs: hound’s-tooth etched barrel tang. Classic Spanish-type "Patilla" Miquelet mechanism with its original engraved powder-pan and its external mainspring and horizontal sear. Retains its original components and in functional order with a strong mainspring. Typical Spanish frizzen with a square back, a fluted/grooved face and its engraved frizzen-spring. Retains very fine, smooth steel-gray surfaces with only some minor isolated patches of surface-discoloration. The stock retains 85%+ finish with relief-carved, teardrop accents, around the lock and sideplate: an old tight hairline/repair, on the forestock. The barrel with smooth surfaces and a "silver-gray" steel patina. Very fine lock with matching surfaces: in functional order with fine timing. Overall length 18 1/2". A very fine quality example of a Classic Spanish Miquelet Officer's/Holster Pistol, ca. 1750: the type of Pistol often used in Spanish Colonial America. For similar examples, please see S. Brinckerhoff's: "Spanish Military Weapons in Colonial America 1700-1821", pg. 55 & 60. Price: $4,750.00
A VERY GOOD COLONIAL/FRENCH & INDIAN WAR PERIOD ENGLISH FLINTLOCK HOLSTER/OFFICER'S PISTOL, THOMAS GREENE, ca. 1720: In overall fine original flintlock condition with lightly pitted steel surfaces and sharp contours. The three stage round to round, London Gunmakers Company proof marked (on the left of the breech) "TG" marked, 9", steel barrel with sharp contours and a .65 caliber smoothbore. In original flintlock configuartion: the rounded, banana-form, bridle-less lock with thread border engravings and its original components: matching engraved gooseneck hammer and its original trefoil finial frizzen-spring. Engraved, under the bridle-less powder-pan with a visible "T. Greene" maker's signature for Thomas Greene (1693-1728) of London, UK who worked as a Gunmaker to the Board of Ordnance, the Royal African Co. and the Hudson Bay Co.; and died in 1728. (Please see H. L. Blackmore's: "Gunmakers of London 1350-1850", pg. 103). The frizzen-back and lockplate with matching double-thread decorations and generaly smooth surfaces with polish and some scattered light pitting. Finely cast, chased and embossed Brass Mounts of early English form: an openwork embossed rococo vine scroll sideplate, two (2) baluster turned ramrod pipes, a "3" marked acuthus leaf finial wrist escutcheon, the fern finial trigger-guard with fluted bow and a long stirrup-type butt-cap with grotesque lion's face mask. Long and graceful, molded and carved walnut fullstock with a slightly curved grip and a bulbous butt: relief carved around the lock, barrel tang and the sideplate with raised teardrops. In overall very good original flintlock condition. The barrel with fine contours, much polish and some patches of discoloration and pitting: the lock with its original components and matching surfaces. Very good stock with scattered handling marks, several old & tight hairlines, 75%+ finish and sharp contours/carvings. A very nice and early English Flintlock Holster Pistol, by an esteemed early 18th century London Gunsmith. Complete with its flared horn-tip wooden ramrod. Overall length, 15 1/2". Price: $4,575.00
A VERY GOOD EARLY COLONIAL-PERIOD QUEEN ANN PISTOL BY DAVID WYNNE, ca. 1715: In overall very good, untouched original flintlock condition. The round to round, cannon-muzzle, iron, .65 caliber, smoothbore, 6 1/2" barrel with a wedding-band partition and two early (pre 1740) London Proof marks on the underside of the breech. Molded and carved burl walnut grip of typical early Queen Ann form, with a bulbous butt and simple relief carving around the mounts and the scroll-engraved barrel-tang. Early, sidelock Queen Ann lock with a bridle-less powder pan and rounded surfaces. The borders of the mechanism, hammer and frizzen-back with simple line engraving. Clearly marked, forward of the lock, with a "Wynne: Londini" signature: David Wynne of London, England, w. ca. 1715 (please see Stockel, vol. 2 pg. 1414). Archetypal, Queen Ann period, embossed and etched silver butt-cap with a grotesque mask, a vacant silver wrist-escutcheon (engraved en suite) and a silver-wire scroll opposite the lock. Of early muzzle-loading design and equipped with its original baluster iron ramrod pipes and trigger-guard with fluted bow (some pitting on the left side) In overall very good, untouched, original flintlock condition. The mechanism, frame and barrel with a smooth and dark steel-gray surface, having a richly toned age patina and some isolated light patches of discoloration and pitting. Sharp engraving on the frame, hammer and signature: some scattered pitting on the breech's and tang's engraving. Fine grip having sharp contours, some minor handling marks and 75%+ of it untouched finish. In mechanically functional order: jaw screw and ramrod associated. A rare and early Silver Mounted, English, Flintlock Queen Ann Pistols, made by a prominent London gunsmith, during the actual Queen Ann Period. Overall length, 11 1/8". Price: $4,875.00
A FINE QUALITY FULL SILVER MOUNTED TURKISH FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOL, ca. 1800: In overall fine+ untouched original flintlock condition. The round, pin-fastened, .65 caliber, smoothbore, 13 1/2", finely chiseled, iron barrel with deeply etched breech with floral scrolls and a matching tang. Deeply chiseled and finely etched sidelock Flintlock mechanism with a raised and rounded, banana-form lockplate,its matching gooseneck hammer and its original frizzen, etc. Retains smooth, gunmetal-gray, untouched, deeply chiseled, steel surfaces and in mechanically functional order with a strong mainspring. Molded, carved and checkered dark, hardwood (ebony?) fullstock of classic Ottoman Turkish form: having a pronounced bulbous butt and long slender forestock: made without a ramrod provision, as is typical of Turkish Firearms. Fine stock with some minor handling marks, small abrasions and a nicely checkered wrist. Of classic Ottoman form with deeply embossed and engraved silver mounts: The stirrup type butt-cap with a pronounced floral type pommel and richly embossed borders. Matching silver trigger-guard with an embossed floral finial and an embossed bow and two floral embossed sidebolt escutcheons. In overall fine+ original flintlock condition with smooth surfaces. The barrel and lock with matching untouched silver-gray surfaces with some light patches of discoloration: finely chiseled components with sharp engraving. Fine stock with some scattered handling marks, light signs of age/use and 85%+ finish. Very fine quality, deeply embossed (in classic Baroque vine scrolls) silver hardware with etched details: some light wear. A very fine example of a high quality Ottoman Turkish Flintlock Silver Mounted Holster Pistol, ca. 1800. Overall length, 20 1/4". For similar examples, please see G. C. Stone's: "A Glossary of the Construction, Decoration and Use of Arms & Armor", pg. 506. Price: $2,775.00
A VERY GOOD REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD FRENCH DOUBLE BARREL PERCUSSION CONVERSION FLINTLOCK OFFICER'S PISTOL, ca. 1770/1840: In overall very good untouched condition with smooth, dark gunmetal-gray-brown locks and barrels with lightly embossed steel mounts, en suite. Round, pin-fastened, sghted, 5 ½”, .65 caliber, steel barrels with a "hooked" breech/barrel-tang. Rounded unmarked locks with their original percussion hammers—- the left hammer with an old/working period brazed repair. Very good mechanics and untouched, generally smooth surfaces with some wear and rust patination/pitting. Molded and nicely carved, dark, figured walnut fullstock of typical late 18th century French rococo design. Retains 65%+ finish with generally sharp contours. Relief carved around the locks, mounts and a raised floral bouquet at the barrel-tang. Some light scattered handling marks, minor abrasions, tight hairlines, minor shrinkage and a several old repairs- under the left lock and on the edge of the fore-end. Lightly embossed, untouched, steel mounts: a single barrel-form ramrod pipe with baluster turned end and a simple finial, an urn-type finial trigger-guard with a stepped bow, the butt-cap with long side-stirrups and an oval pommel-cap: In overall very good untouched condition with gunmetal-toned steel surfaces with scattered light pitting, wear and discoloration. The stock with extensive silver-wire inlay on its wrist (some losses) with a silver wire “C.L” owner’s initials. Original button-head iron ramrod. A very nice example of a Double Barrel Percussion Converted French Officer’s Pistol, ca. 1770. Gunsmith “Bolster Converted” to Percussion ignition, ca. 1840. For a similar example, please see G. C. Neumann's: "Battle Weapons...", pg. 259. Overall length, 11". Price: $1,275.00
A FINE GUNSMITH MADE EARLY REPRODUCTION BRASS BARREL FLINTLOCK "KENTUCKY" PISTOL, ca. 1960: In overall fine clean condition with lightly toned, smooth, brass surfaces to the barrel and lockplate. Made with an original, early 19th century, bronze/brass, octagonal, 8", smoothbore, 55 caliber, pin-fastened barrel. The breech with an engraved base and is clearly marked, on its left side with two (2) early (Pre-1813) {“P” & “V”} Birmingham Black-powder proof-marks and with a sunken “TK” maker’s mark, for the noted Thomas Ketland of Birmingham, UK (1766-1816): Please see “English Gunmakers”, by De Witt Bailey, pg. 43. Retains a smooth mustard-toned age patina with scattered light discoloration, at the touch-hole and a very good bore with signs of use: lightly engraved blued steel tang. Molded, carved and nicely figured Tiger Maple full stock of typical Kentucky Pistol design, with a slab-sided, curved, "cane-handle" type grip and a pronounced pommel: simple raised carvings around lock mortise and sidebolt escutcheons. Made with original 19th Century and newer (20th century) Brass mounts: two (19th century) barrel-form brass ramrod pipes (the rear with an engraved tail), a (20th century manufactured) trigger-guard with squared finials and a heavy bow. Two (2), old, brass sidebolt escutcheons with two (2) original 19th century sidebolts: an old shield type wrist escutcheon with matching smooth surfaces. Fine quality, original early 19th century, ca. 1820, unsigned, brass lockplate with a line engraved border and its original floral engraved gooseneck hammer, its frizzen and its original internals and springs. The lock with untouched, nicely toned, mustard surfaces, en suite with the barrel; and is in fine working order with a fine roller-tip mainspring. In overall fine condition. The barrel and lock with nicely patinated brass surfaces with some patches of discoloration. Very Fine stock with sharp contours, 95%+ finish and some minor handling marks. Of fine quality and a very nice example of a “Professionally”/Gunsmith made, early reproduction, flintlock, Kentucky Pistol, ca. 1960. Complete with its plain wood ramrod. Overall length, 14”. Price: $1,000.00
A VERY FINE ENGLISH BRASS BARREL BLUNDERBUSS PISTOL, by H. OLIVER, ca. 1780s: In overall very fine condition with smooth steel-gray lock surfaces and very fine brass barrel and mounts. Cannon-form, 7 1/2", .65 caliber, brass, blunderbuss barrel with a stepped and a martial-theme engraved breech: floral engraved iron barrel-tang. Flat thread-engraved lock with its original gooseneck hammer, 90% original polish and a clear "OLIVER" maker's signature under the bridled powder-pan. H. Oliver of Maidstone, UK, is recorded working in 1780 (please see Ian Glendenning's: "British Pistols & Guns 1640-1840", pg. 184). Retains all of its original lock components with a very good mechanism and much of its original polish. Molded and simply carved, walnut fullstock of typical robust blunderbuss design. Retains 90%+ of its original finish with very fine, sharp contours and light scattered handling marks: a minor chip at the top edge of the lock mortise. Embossed and engraved brass mounts: two plain (2) side bolt washers, two (2) baluster turned ramrod pipes (the entry-pipe with an engraved finial) and an acorn finial trigger-guard with embossed and engraved decorations: an etched "Tudor Rose" on the bow. Old plain wooden ramrod with turned button tip. A very well preserved example of an English Flintlock Blunderbuss Pistol made by a recorded maker, ca. 1780s. Price: $4,250.00
A GOOD UNTOUCHED ENGLISH FLINTLOCK TURN-OFF BELT/TRAVELLING PISTOL, by "MILES", ca. 1790: In overall fair to good, untouched, original flintlock condition. Round, 4", Turn-off (frozen-in-place), smoothbore, .45 caliber, iron barrel with two London Gunmaker Co. proof marks, on its underside (slightly worn). Central-hammer boxlock, flintlock mechanism with untouched dark gunmetal surfaces with some scattered light pitting and discoloration, en suite with the barrel and trigger-guard. The sides of the frame engraved with a "Miles" maker's signature and with a "London" address. John Miles II of London, UK worked as a contractor to the Hudson's Bay Co. 1769-77 and later emigrated to the Philadelphia and established a Gun and Pistol Manufactory... (Please see H. L. Blackmore's: "Gunmakers of London 1350-1850", pg. 142). In original flintlock configuration with its thread engraved hammer, frame, tang and matching frizzen-back. The frizzen pierced for a missing sliding rear safety and the tang with a notch for the missing "Safety-catch": an associated/replaced top jaw with its original screws and springs. In mechanically functional order, though "out of timing" as the trigger-return spring is broken and will not properly hold on the "cocked" positions. In fair to good untouched condition with dark, gunmetal-gray/black surfaces, scattered patches of discoloration, light to moderate pitting and some expected wear. The iron trigger-guard with matching surfaces: cut for a, now missing, spring-released "snap" bayonet -- correlating notch (the lug missing), on the underside of the barrel's muzzle. Plain, Bag-shaped, walnut grips with some light handling marks, generally sharp contours, minor shrinkage -- at the frame and tang; and missing its oval wrist escutcheon. In overall fair to good untouched condition. The barrel with moderate pitting, patches of discoloration, visible proof-marks and some patches of oxidation: an untouched, dark, steel, black-gray patina. The frame and trigger-guard with matching surfaces: a replaced tang-screw and the trigger-guard is slightly loose. Very good grips with untouched surfaces and some light abrasions and minor shrinkage. A nice example of an English Boxlock Belt/Travelling Pistol that could be enhanced with some minor Professional attention/restoration. Dates to, ca. 1790. Overall length, 9 1/2". Price: $525.00
A FINE & UNTOUCHED COLONIAL/F & I WAR PERIOD SILVER MOUNTED "QUEEN ANN" TURNOFF OFFICER'S PISTOL, by ISAAC SMITH, ca. 1740: In overall fine original flintlock condition. Cannon form, turnoff, .60 caliber, smoothbore, 6 3/4" iron barrel with a silver-gray age patina, smooth surfaces, a Crown/"F" “Foreigner” mark and two (2) London Gunmaker Co. proof marks, on the side of the baluster-turned breech: also marked with a “LONDON” addrerss and with a “1” marking. Molded and carved, English burl-walnut stock/grip of classic Queen Ann design, having a well pronounced bulbous pommel and a fine, raised carved, rococo, acanthus leaf and scallop-shell, around the barrel-tang. In fine untouched condition with sharp contours, smooth surfaces, some scattered light handling marks, and 90% finish. Classic Georgian Period etched and embossed silver mounts: a deeply embossed and finely detailed Rampart Lion with Stand of Arms and vine-scroll butt-cap; a vacant scallop-shell and acanthus leaf finial wrist-escutcheon with raised/embossed borders, two rectangular grip-panels; and a martial-theme sideplate with a deeply embossed Stand of Arms with flags, cannons, armour, etc. Original iron trigger-guard with a fluted bow. In original flintlock configuration with a "Queen Ann"-type Flintlock mechanism: rounded, hound’s-tooth engraved, gooseneck hammer with its matching frizzen. The frame, en suite with a "ISAAC SMITH" maker's signature, under the bridled powder-pan. Isaac Smith of London, UK was apprenticed to William Maude, worked 1727-56 and was recorded as a “Foreigner” in 1732. (please see H. L. Blackmore's: "Gunmakers of London…", pg. 81 & 180). In fine original flintlock condition, the barrel and lock with a smooth, steel-gray age-patina with some isolated patches of discoloration and light salt & pepper. Fine mounts with a silver-gray patina and some expected light tarnish. An untouched lock with its original components and fine mechanics. A nice example of a Silver Mounted English "Queen Ann" Breech-Loading “Turnoff” Officer's Pistol, ca. 1740. Made by a recorded London Gunsmith of the Georgian Period. Overall length 12". Price: $4,875.00
A VERY RARE & FINE NAPOLEANIC WAR PERIOD FRENCH MODEL 1814 Type I. "GARDES du CORPS du ROI" (KING'S BODY GUARD) FLINTLOCK PISTOL, ca. 1814: In overall fine original flintlock condition. Regulation pattern, round, smoothbore, blued (85%+), band-fastened, .69 caliber, 8" barrel with a faint, gold-lined, inspector's mark, on its breech-top and a clear gold "Gardes du Corps du Roi" (King's Body Guard) marking, along its top. Molded and nicely carved, regulation Pattern, Model 1814 Type I, walnut stock with fine surfaces, sharp contours, 90% finish. Some minor scattered handling marks, small abrasions and a tight hairline, forward of the lock. Marked behind the sideplate with Crown/"B" (Maubeuge) Arsenal marking. Finely appointed and lightly engraved gilt bronze mounts: a raised "S" shaped sideplate with its two (2) sidebolts, the spring-retained "double-type" barrel-band (correctly made without a sight), the sculpted trigger-guard with a stepped bow and a lightly engraved arrowhead finial; and the oval "cup-type" butt-cap with a finely embossed Royal Coat of Arms consisting of an acanthus leaf wreath border and a central embossed oval shield with three (3) raised Fleur d'lilies. Retains 85%+ gilt finish with sharp contours and fine engraving on the trigger-guard finial. In original flintlock configuration with its Regulation Model rounded lock with its matching reinforced hammer and its original removable brass powder-pan. In fine, lightly cleaned condition with some scattered discoloration/fine surface-pitting and slightly worn "Maubeuge" Royal Arsenal markings: fine mechanics with a strong mainspring. In overall fine condition. The barrel with smooth, blued (85%+) surfaces, some scattered patches of discoloration and a clear gold-washed (90%) "Gardes du Corps du Roi" marking. The lock with visible "Maubeuge" Arsenal markings, much polish and fine timing. Fine, gilt-bronze hardware/mounts with lightly toned untouched surfaces, sharp contours and light wear. Fine stock with some minor blemishes, very sharp contours 90%+ finish and the noted old hairline, on the forestock. Complete with its original, buttonhead, iron ramrod. Overall length, 15". A very Rare & Seldom seen, Napoleanic War Period French Model 1814 Type 1 "King's Body Guard" Pistol, ca. 1814--- total Model production of only 920 examples! For another similar example and more details, please see Udo Lander's: "Franzosische Ordonnanzpistolen 1733-1870", pg. 56-58. Price: $7,175.00
A VERY GOOD & EARLY PAIR OF SILVER MOUNTED LION’S MASK-BUTT QUEEN ANN PISTOLS, by DAVID WYNN, ca. 1720: In overall very good untouched original flintlock condition. The round, 5 7/8", cannon-form, turn-off, smoothbore, .58 caliber, "bright finished" (+/-10/15%) steel barrels with baluster-turned breeches and plain tangs: marked, on the sides of the breeches, with a barely visible early London Gunmaker Company proof marks. Full sidelock flintlock mechanisms of classic "Queen Ann" form with thread border engravings and matching, gooseneck hammers (one associated) and frizzens: engraved under the bridled powder-pans with clear "Wynn Londini" signatures. David Wynn of London, UK was a noted early 18th century gunsmith who proved his guns by the London Gunmaker Co. 1721-1729 and had a partnership with Henry Delany (ca. 1720-1740). (please see H. L. Blackmore's: "Gunmakers of London 1350-1850", pg. 81 & 208). Embossed and engraved, heavy-gauge, unmarked (very early form) silver Mounts. The butt-caps with acanthus-leaf finials and finely detailed Lion’s Face Masks: of classic early English form. Early type iron trigger-guards with fluted bows and acanthus-leaf finials. Griffen-type sideplates with acanthus leaf scroll tails: the wrist escutcheons with matching embossed details and each etched with a Crown motif, Coat of Arms (worn). Molded and carved burl walnut, Queen Ann grips with curved grip-profiles, relief carved teardrops around the locks and sideplates; and raised leaf aprons (one with old nail repair), at the barrel-tangs. In overall very good untouched original flintlock condition. The barrels with generally sharp contours, very good bores and some light patches of discoloration and wear: smooth gunmetal-gray surfaces with traces of the “bright” finish. The locks/mechanisms, en suite with untouched, surfaces, very good engravings, some light discoloration and expected wear: one lock with a defective mainspring the other weak. Fine walnut grips with 80%+ finish, sharp contours and some minor handling marks and tight hairlines/old repairs. A very nice & Early Pair of Silver Mounted Lion’s Face Mask English Queen Ann Pistols, by the esteemed early 18th century London Gunsmith, David Wynn, ca. 1720. Overall length, 10 1/2". Price: $8,750.00
A VERY GOOD TURKISH/GREEK BRASS STOCK FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOL, ca. 1810s: In overall very good+ original flintlock condition. The round, fluted-breech, .60 caliber, smoothbore, 10 1/8", band-fastened, iron barrel with an integral raised sighting rib with an engraved (worn) simulated European signature, on the top of the breech. Original Flintlock mechanism with a flat banana form lockplate with bridled (old brazed repair) powder-pan with a rfefaced frizzen, fine timing and a strong mainspring Retains its original lock components with an untouched, gray patination and some light wear. Traditional, Ottoman/Greek form Brass fullstock with extensively foliate etched and engraved surfaces and a pronunced bulbous pommel with a finely embossed finial. en suite. Retains its original engraved brass trigger-guard with an etched acanthus leaf forward finial. Of very good quality construction and extensively etched & embossed with floral and vine scrolls: several, old repairs, vestiges of Red Coral inlay and numerous brass tack decorations. In overall very good+ untouched original flintlock condition. The barrel lock and lock with smooth, gunmetal-gray surfaces and some light patches of discoloration, fine pitting and expected wear. Very Good stock with signs of use, scattered handling marks and the noted old repairs. Retains an untouched, lightly toned mustard age patina with dark highlights and extensive vine scroll embossed and engraved surfaces. A very nice example of an All Brass Stock Turkish or Greek Flintlock Holster Pistol, ca. 1810s, for similar examples, please see G. C. Stone's: "Construction & Decoration of Arms". Overall length, 16 1/2". Price: $1,575.00
A VERY FINE & UNTOUCHED MID 18TH CENTURY GERMAN ALL-STEEL FLINTLOCK TINDERLIGHTER W/ CANDLE HOLDER, ca. 1750-1760: : In overall very fine untouched condition. The exposed flintlock mechanism with offset hammer notched at its base to accept the sear/trigger. Exposed frizzen spring, mounted at the front end of the frame; and the frizzen with a faceted back. The opposite side of the frame with a hinged tinderbox with its original latch/knob and compartment-door: also equipped with its original iron candle holder. The underside of the frame with its pair of forked wrought iron legs. Integrally forged steel grip with a bulbous ball-type butt. In overall very fine untouched condition with smooth steel surfaces, a fine untouched gray-brown age patina and some patches of light discoloration. Original components and in mechanically functional order. A very nice example of an 18th century All-Steel Flintlock Tinderlighter, ca. 1750s. For a similar example, please see Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution", pg. 263.Overall length: 8". Price: $2,250.00
A VERY FINE SILVER MOUNTED OTTOMAN TURKISH FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOL, ca. 1810s: In overall very fine original flintlock condition. The octagonal to round, .60 caliber, smoothbore, 8 1/4", pin-fastened, iron barrel with a punch-marked breech and the top flat with a simulated European maker’s signature. In Original Flintlock configuration with an engraved, rounded, banana form lockplate, a bridled powder-pan and a grooved face frizzen, of typical Near Eastern form. In very good mechanical order with fine timing and a strong mainspring. Retains its original lock components with untouched, silver- gray patination and some light wear and scattered discoloration. Traditional, Ottoman form, deeply carved wooden fullstock with molded and carved surfaces, extensive relief-scrolls, on its grip; and a pronounced bulbous pommel with a finely embossed finial, en suite. Full Silver mounts: the trigger-guard with an etched acanthus-leaf forward finial and a fluted bow. The stirrup-type butt-cap with an embossed pommel-cap. Openwork scroll sideplate with engraved surfaces and both of its sidebolts. A single ramrod pipe for the brass tip (associated?) wooden ramrod. Very fine quality Silver mounts with untouched surfaces and a rich age-patina and some expected light tarnish. Of very fine quality and extensively adorned with raised & incised carved floral and vine scrolls with silver-wire accents. In overall very fine untouched original flintlock condition. The barrel lock and lock with smooth, steel-gray surfaces, nicely etched components and some light patches of discoloration. Very fine stock with light signs of use, 90% finish, some minor scattered handling marks and fine quality carvings. A very nice example of a Silver Mounted Turkish Flintlock Holster Pistol, ca. 1810s, for similar examples, please see G. C. Stone's: "Construction & Decoration of Arms". Overall length, 15 1/8".. Price: $1,975.00
A VERY GOOD UNTOUCHED REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD ENGLISH FLINTLOCK HOLSTER/OFFICER'S PISTOL by "THOMAS" ca. 1770s:: In overall very good, untouched original flintlock condition with a smooth and even brown-gray age-patina overall. The round, 9 1/2", .65 caliber, smoothbore, pin-fastened, flared, iron barrel a "PRO"/"VED" proof marks and the breech-top with a lightly engraved thread border. Fine flintlock mechanism with a rounded gooseneck hammer, hound's tooth border engravings and a scroll engraved tail. Signed, under the bridled powder-pan with a clear "THOMAS" maker's signature: mostly likely the signature of Henry Thomas I of Birmingham, UK (w. 1773-1811) {Please see "Der Neue Stockel", vol. 2, pg. 1279}. Engraved, "Queen Ann" style brass mounts of classic Georgian design: a grotesque-mask butt-cap with etched borders and an embossed grotesque mask terminal, a martial theme embossed sideplate with Stand of Arms motif, an engraved trigger-guard with an urn finial (old solder repair), a helmeted shield wrist escutcheon with a "Prince of Whales" Coat of Arms (should be researched!) and two barrel-form ramrod pipes. Nicely figured, molded and carved, walnut fullstock with a bulbous butt and simple relief carvings around the lock and sideplate: a silver-wire scallop shell, around the barrel-tang. In very good untouched condition with some minor handling marks, 90% finish and sharp contours: an old repair at the lock mortise carving and a replaced chip at the barrel tang. The barrel with smooth, dark, steel surfaces and some very light patches of discoloration. The lock/mechanism, en suite with its original components and matching surfaces: very good mechanics, clear engraving and signature. Very good stock with some minor handling marks, 90% finish and the noted old repairs. A very nice example of a classic English Flintlock Officer's/Holster Pistol from the Revolutionary War Period, ca. 1770s. Price: $3,750.00
A FINE REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD REGULATION-PATTERN HIGHLAND ALL-METAL FLINTLOCK BELT PISTOL, by WATERS, ca. 1770s: In overall fine original flintlock condition. Round, ringed, iron, .60 caliber, 7 1/4", smoothbore barrel with smooth gunmetal-gray surfaces, an early Birmingham proof mark, a faint “IW” maker’s mark and a fine touch-hole. Lightly engraved, "Highland-type" flintlock mechanism with all original components, a bridle-less powder-pan an trefoil finial frizzen-spring and gooseneck hammer: of the classic design of those made by John Waters of Birmingham & London, UK; who was a known maker of "Scottish" type belt pistols for the British Board of Ordnance, ca. 1770s. “Gunmetal”/Bronze fullstock of Regulation Highland form, with a plain Kidney form butt. Complete with its iron belt-hook. In fine condition with some minor surface imperfections/old solder repair and a fine patina with a dark mustard coloration. In overall fine original flintlock condition. The lock, stock and barrel with matching, lightly toned, steel-gray surfaces with evidence of light cleaning and some scattered discoloration/fine pitting, on the lock. In mechanically functional order with its original components and a fine touch-hole. Iron ramrod with button-head tip. A very nice and authentic, Regulation Pattern Revolutionary War Period, All-Metal Belt "Scottish" Highland Pistol, ca. 1770s. The type of "Ordnance" Pistol carried by both regular troops of the various Highland Regiments. For a similar example, please see G. C. Neumann's: "Battle Weapons of the American Revolution", pg. 246. Overall length, 12". Price: $6,275.00
A FINE REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD BRASS BARREL ENGLISH FLINTLOCK OFFICER’S PISTOL, by “TURNER”, ca. 1770: In overall fine clean original flintlock condition. The round, pin-fastened 8 1/2", smoothbore, .60 caliber, brass barrel with two (2) Early Birmingham, proof marks at the breech and a scroll-engraved iron barrel tang—-light pitting. Early, semi-banana-type, scroll-engraved, rounded, iron lock with thread engraved borders, a bridle-less powder-pan and its original rounded gooseneck hammer and frizzen, engraved en suite. Engraved under the powder-pan with a clear “TURNER” signature, most likely that of S. Turner of Lancashire, UK., who worked, ca. 1777. (please see E. Heer’s: “Der Neue Stockel”, vol. 2, pg. 1305). Molded and nicely carved walnut fullstock with a pronounced knob buttcap and simple raised-carving around the mounts and lock: the barrel-tang with a finely detailed silver-wire scallop-shell. Engraved and embossed full brass mounts: the butt-cap with an etched and embossed grotesque mask and a leaf engraved rear finial, of classic Georgian Period form. The trigger guard with an embossed urn-type forward finial and a lightly engraved bow. Rococo type openwork, vine-scroll sideplate, two (2) barrel-form ramrod pipes and a vacant wrist escutcheon. In overall fine original flintlock condition. The barrel with sharp, smooth surfaces with clear proof marks. Retains lightly toned brass surfaces. The lock with silver-gray surfaces, sharp engraving, some scattered light pitting; and in mechanically functional order, with its original components. Fine stock, with 85%+ finish, some minor handling marks, light patches of wear, tight hairlines and sharp contours. The furniture/mounts, en suite with the barrel with smooth lightly toned surfaces. Horn tip wooden ramrod. Overall length 13 1/2". A very attractive example of a Revolutionary War Period English Flintlock Officer’s Pistol, ca. 1770. Price: $3,875.00
A FINE R. JOHNSON US Mdl. 1836 FLINTLOCK PISTOL, Dtd. 1838: In lightly cleaned, fine, original flintlock condition with a clearly marked breech and a fine touch-hole. The lightly cleaned iron surfaces with a smooth "bright" steel surfaces with sharp contours and generally clear markings. Sighted, iron, band-fastened, .54 caliber, smoothbore barrel of standard regulation US Mdl. 1836 dimensions with clear "US", "LF" & "P" markings, on the left side of the breech. Fine+, American Black walnut, 3/4 stock with 90%+ finish, sharp contours, clear "JH" cartouche, an "H/ORD" and only some light scattered handling/storage marks. Regulation-type (Mdl. 1836) iron hardware with a smooth lightly cleaned "bright" steel surfaces. In original flintlock configuration with all of its original lock components. The rounded lockplate marked with a weakly struck ("US/Middn. Conn./1838" marking (the "R. Johnson" maker's signature nearly oblitterated). Retains bright steel surfaces with some light patches of discoloration and fine salt & pepper. Complete with all of its original components and in mechanically fine order: rounded reinforced hammer and its brass powder-pan, frizzen and frizzen-sprfing. In overall fine clean condition. The barrel and hardware with smooth silver surfaces and clear markings. Mechanically fine and complete throughout: original bridled ramrod. A nice example of an original flintlock US Model 1836 Flintlock Pistol, by R. Johnson, dtd. 1838. Overall length 14 1/2". The US Model 1836 (flintlock) was the last US Model of Flintlock and it saw extensive service in the Mexican American & the American Civil War. Price: $2,750.00
	A GOOD BALKAN (ALBANIAN) BRASS STOCK MIQUELET RATTAIL PISTOL, ca. 1810s: In overall good+ original flintlock condition. The round, .65 caliber, smoothbore, 12 1/4", iron barrel with an integral raised sighting rib and an engraved simulated European signature, on the top of the breech. Original Miquelet lock with an oval maker's mark, under the powder-pan: out of timing, as the trigger will not release the toe of the hammer. Retains its original lock components with an untouched, chocolate brown patina and some light wear (missing rear sidebolt). Traditional, Albanian, Brass Rattail fullstock with etched and engraved surfaces and a long rattail pommel with pointed finial. Retains its original engraved steel trigger-guard with embossed arrowhead forward finial. Of good quality construction and extensively etched & embossed with floral and vine scrolls: several, old, lead filled repairs. In overall good+ untouched original flintlock condition. The barrel lock and trigger-guard with smooth, gunmetal-gray surfaces and some light patches of discoloration, fine pitting and wear. Good stock with signs of use, scattered handling marks and the noted lead filled repairs. Retains an untouched, lightly toned mustard age patina with dark highlights. A very nice example of these distinct Albanian Pistols, ca. 1810s, for similar examples, please see G. C. Stone's: "Construction & Decoration of Arms". Overall length, 20 1/4". Price: $675.00
	A FINE & UNTOUCHED EARLY 19th CENTURY CONTINENTAL BOXLOCK FLINTLOCK TINDERLIGHTER W/ CANDLE HOLDER, ca. 1800-1815: In overall fine+ untouched condition. Complete and original throughout. The frame, lock-components and mounts with smooth steel-gray surfaces and a fine age-patina. Molded and carved hardwood (beech?), bag-type grips with much of their finish, some very minor handling marks and sharp contours. Central Hammer Boxlock Flintlock Mechanism with its original double-throated hammer and pivoting frizzen and frizzen-spring. In mechanically functional order with a fine mainspring and trigger. The steel-gray frame with plain, flat-side, screw-fastened panels and an integral forward-mounted tinderbox with sliding cover: minor irregularity to the slide. Retains an untouched age-patina and much of its latent finish: sharp contours and original components. The underside of the frame with its original wrought-forged pair of legs and the right side with its original band-type candleholder. Retains smooth steel-gray surfaces with an untouched age patina and fine contours. Overall length, 7 1/2". Price: $1,100.00
A FINE 18TH CENTURY SILVER MOUNTED EASTERN-GERMAN OR POLISH FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOL, ca. 1740s: In overall fine condition with a finely carved burl-walnut fullstock and full silver mounts. The barrel and lock with lightly etched and engraved steel surfaces. Smoothbore, .65 caliber, 14", iron barrel with its underside marked with a "VA" over a Hen maker's mark for the town of Suhl, Germany (please see "Der Neue Stockel" vol. 3, pg. 1706-1707). Retains a fine touch hole with some wear and light pitting, an embossed raised sighting rib and a silver inlayed Crown, on its breech. Original blade-type silver fore-sight. Fine sharp contours, a good bore and some light wear, scattered discoloration/pitting. Molded and deeply relief carved, walnut fullstock with richly carved, rococo, floral scrolls around the barrel-tang, along the forestock and around the mounts. Of classic early to mid 18th century form with an elongated grip and a pronounced bulbous butt. Retains 70%+ of its finish with some scattered handling marks, several tight hairlines and light signs of use: sharp contours and fine quality carvings. Nicely engraved, full sidelock, flintlock Mechanism with a flat lockplate and matching, (working period) floral-engraved, gooseneck hammer: of Germanic design with beveled edges and an engraved Stag Hunting scene with Dogs: the frizzen with a "grooved" face-- an Eastern-influenced design feature. In mechanically functional order with (90%) polished finish, some light wear and scattered pitting. Fine quality engraved and embossed Silver mounts. The trigger-guard with a deeply embossed floral finial and an etched and engraved bow. Stirrup-type silver butt-cap with engraved side-panels and a rounded gilt finial. Openwork sideplate with a classic vine scroll motif and etched and chased borders. Two silver ramrod pipes and an oval wrist escutcheon with and engraved edelweiss flower. Complete with an associated horn tip wooden ramrod -- too short. A very fine quality example of an Eastern European (Polish)/German Silver Mounted Flintlock Holster Pistol, ca. 1740s. Overall Length, 20 1/2". Price: $3,750.00
	A VERY FINE QUALITY FRENCH & INDIAN/REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD BRASS BARREL ENGLISH FLINTLOCK OFFICER’S PISTOL, by JOSEPH HEYLIN, ca. 1760: In overall very good+ original flintlock condition. The round, pin-fastened 8 1/8", smoothbore, .62 caliber, brass barrel with two clear (2) London, proof marks and a Crown/“I.H.” maker’s mark (Joseph Heylin): finely scroll-engraved iron barrel tang and turned breech. The top of the barrel with a “HEYLIN CORNHILL LONDON” maker’s signature and address within a “balloon” border. Finely engraved, rounded, lock with a hound’s-tooth etched border, a bridled powder-pan and its rounded gooseneck hammer and frizzen with matching border. Engraved under the powder-pan with a clear “HEYLIN” signature, for the famed Josep Heylin of London, UK, worked at 48 Cornhill, London 1757-1779. (please see H. Blackmore: “Gunmakers of London 1350-1850”, pg. 113). Molded and nicely carved walnut fullstock with a pommel-type buttcap and raised-carved around the mounts, lock and sideplate: a finely carved scallop-shell apron, at the barrel-tang. Some scattered handling marks, much finish and the wrist with two, working-period, sheet-brass repairs: a small fill under the sideplate. Finely embossed and engraved full brass mounts. The stirrup-type butt-cap with a nicely embossed grotesque mask finial and raised etched borders. The trigger guard with an urn-type forward finial and a finely engraved “Tudor Rose”, on its bow: the rear portion with a working-period repair/replacement. A finely embossed Martial theme sideplate with Stand of Arms, Flags, etc. Two (2) baluster turned ramrod pipes and a classic Georgian-type, embossed, martial theme, wrist escutcheon, en suite with the sideplate. In overall very good+ original flintlock condition (as is). The barrel with sharp contours and smooth clean surfaces with clear proof and maker’s marks. The lock with smooth gunmetal-gray surfaces and sharp engraving: only some isolated patches of light discoloration and wear-- mainspring missing. Fine stock, with 85% finish, some minor handling marks, light patches of wear and sharp contours: the noted old/period repairs. The furniture/mounts, en suite with the barrel with smooth lightly toned brass surfaces. Plain wooden ramrod with flared tip. Overall length 13 1/2". A very attractive example of a Classic Brass Barrel French & Indian/Revolutionary War Period English Flintlock Officer’s Pistol, by an esteemed London Gunsmith, ca. 1760. . Price: $4,275.00
A FINE & ORIGINAL MID 18th CENTURY FRENCH & INDIAN WAR PERIOD SENECA WAR CLUB/DEATH HAMMER, ca. 1750: In overall fine untouched “attic” condition with fine, deeply aged and oxidized smooth, light colored, hardwood (maple) surfaces. Of early, hand-carved, Seneca Indian make with evident tool-marks and "hand-wear", at its grip and base. Of single piece hardwood/maple? construction with an integral root-burl knob and shaft with a fine hand-burnished finish. The tapered handle with a carved grip-section and a rounded bottom finial. Knob-type club head with finely carved smooth surfaces, some minor handling marks and signs of use/wear and staining. Of typical mid-18th century form and in overall fine untouched condition with sharp contours, smooth surfaces and some expected minor handling marks/wear. A rare an authentic example of a mid-18th century French & Indian War Period Seneca War Club, ca. 1750. Purported by the consignor to have been part of an old New York Collection. Overall length, 20 1/2". Price: $3,575.00
	A FINE+ FRENCH & INDIAN/REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD SILVER MOUNTED QUEEN ANN TURN-OFF OFFICER'S PISTOL BY HENRY DELANY, ca. 1720: In overall fine untouched original flintlock condition with a smooth and even steel-gray patina to the metal surfaces. The round, 7 1/8", cannon-form, turn-off, smoothbore, .60 caliber, iron barrel with a clear "H. D." (Henry Delany) maker's mark and two early-type, London Gunmaker Co. proof marks. The breech with several baluster turning and lightly engraved scrolls on the tang. Original flintlock mechanism with rounded gooseneck hammer and a bridled powder-pan: a bold "H. Delany Londini" signature/address, on the frame. Henry Delany of London, UK worked between 1710-1723 (please H. L. Blackmore's: "Gunmakers of London 1350-1850", pg. ). Retains 65% original polish with some light scattered discoloration and fine pitting. Silver mounted bulbous walnut grip, of classic Queen Ann form: a nicely detailed raise carved acanthus leaf, at the barrel tang. Extensively silver wire inlayed with Georgian/rococo scrolls and silver pellets. Deeply embossed, Grotesque "pug's-face" mask, silver butt-cap, a Griffin form sideplate with etched and engraved surfaces (light wear) and a vacant shield wrist escutcheon with embossed borders. Original iron trigger-guard with a raised, urn, forward finial and an embossed border, on its bow. In overall fine untouched original flintlock condition. The barrel with smooth surfaces, some light surface discoloration and clear markings: 45% original thin bluing. The lock/mechanism with crisp mechanics, smooth surfaces and clear engraving: frizzen associated. Excellent stock with some minor handling marks, 85% original finish, 99% of its silver wire and sharp contours. A very nice example of a Silver Mounted Breech-loading, Flintlock, Officer's Pistol made by an esteemed early London gunsmith, known for his high quality silver mounted guns. Price: $6,275.00
	A VERY GOOD+ COLONIAL/FRENCH & INDIAN WAR PERIOD ENGLISH FLINTLOCK HOLSTER/OFFICER'S PISTOL, ROBERT HARVEY, ca. 1730: In overall (net) very good+ original flintlock condition with polished steel surfaces and generally sharp contours. The three stage round to round, London Gunmakers Company proof marked (on the left of the breech) "RH" marked, 9", steel barrel with sharp contours and a .58 caliber smooth-bore. In original flintlock configuration: the rounded, banana-form, bridle-less lock with thread border engravings. Replaced flat gooseneck hammer of later design, its original trefoil finial frizzen-spring and a modern replaced frizzen with scroll-engraved back. Engraved, under the powder-pan with a clear “Robt. Harvey" maker's signature. Robert Harvey of London, UK (wrk. ca. 1702-1734)-- and started as an apprentice to the noted John Dafte, in 1691 and he later Contracted with the Board of Ordnance, in 1703-1706 (please see H. L. Blackmore's: "Gunmakers of London", pg. 110). Polished and smooth surfaces with some scattered light discoloration/fine surface-pitting. Finely chiseled, chased and embossed Iron Mounts of early English form: an openwork embossed rococo vine scroll sideplate, two (2) baluster turned ramrod pipes, an acanthus leaf finial wrist escutcheon, the fern finial trigger-guard with fluted bow and a long stirrup-type butt-cap with a grotesque mask finial. Graceful, molded and finely carved, dark colored, walnut fullstock with a slightly curved grip and a bulbous butt: relief carved around the lock, barrel tang and the sideplate with raised teardrops, etc. In overall very good+ original flintlock condition. The barrel with fine contours, polished surfaces and some patches of discoloration: the lock with matching clean surfaces and a clear maker’s signature. A fine stock with scattered handling marks, 85%+ finish and sharp contours/carvings. A very nice and early English Flintlock Holster Pistol, by an esteemed early 18th century London Gunsmith. Replaced ivory-tip wooden ramrod. Overall length, 15 1/2". Price: $3,000.00
	A VERY FINE QUALITY NAPOLEONIC/EMPIRE PERIOD GERMAN OFFICER'S/TRAVELLING PISTOL, ca. 1790-1815:: Chiseled, Cannon type, round, .48 caliber, smoothbore, pin-fastened, iron, 5" barrel with a baluster turned breech. Original flintlock configuration with crisp mechanics and original lock components throughout. Flat, beveled lockplate with deeply chiseled scrolls, en suite with the flat gooseneck hammer: bridle-less powder-pan. Walnut fullstock of classic Empire Design with a finely checkered flat grip, raised carved tang section and an octagonal flattened butt-cap/pommel: horn fore-end cap. Plain brass furniture: rifle type sideplate, single sheet-brass ramrod pipe, a flat butt-cap finial and the trigger-guard with an engraved fern finial and bow. In overall very fine condition. The barrel with an untouched patina and fine turnings: some scattered light to moderate pitting. Stock retains 90% of its varnish with sharp carving and checkering: several small hairlines towards the fore-end tip. Overall length 10". Original? wood ramrod. A fine quality and attractive German flintlock Officer's pistol dating to the early Napoleanic Period. Price: $1,650.00
	A VERY GOOD+ PAIR OF IRISH SILVER MOUNTED REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD "QUEEN ANN" OFFICER'S PISTOLS, by F. LORD, ca. 1760s: In overall very good+ original flintlock condition. Cannon-form, turn-off/screw-type, .57 caliber, smoothbore, 6", round, early Birmingham proofed, iron barrels with two maker's marks and one with a clear "1" marking. Nicely figured, bulbous-form, "Queen-Ann"-type, walnut grips of classic English design, having well pronounced lobed pommels, extensive rococo silver-wire inlay (65%) and full silver mounts: grotesque-mask butt-caps of classic "Pug's head" form and martial-theme central wrist-escutcheons with helmeted finials and "L.C." owner's initials. In very good original flintlock condition with sharp contours, smooth surfaces, some minor handling marks, minor abrasions and wear. Lightly engraved iron trigger-guards with an engraved barley-whirl design, on its bow. In original flintlock configuration with their original lock components, strong mainsprings, fine mechanics and smooth steel surfaces. The boxlock mechanisms/frames with finely engraved borders and scroll-engraved central panels. Each pistol signed with a "F. Lord" maker's signature and a "Dublin" address (wear to the engraving). Francis Lord of Dublin, Ire. worked (1745-1774) and was a contractor to the Board of Ordnance. (Please see E. Heer's: "Der Neue Stockel", vol. 1, pg. 726). The barrels and frames with smooth polished surfaces, good engraving and a light age-patina. A very well made and Rare Pair of Silver Mounted Revolutionary War Period Irish "Queen Ann" Officer's Pistols, ca. 1760s. Made by a recorded Dublin gunsmith; and of larger "Officer's" size. Overall length 12". Price: $6,875.00
	A FINE FEDERAL/WAR OF 1812 PERIOD AMERICAN SECONDARY MARTIAL BRASS BARREL FLINTLOCK PISTOL, ca. 1800-1810: In overall fine untouched original flintlock condition. The round, 8", smoothbore, 56 caliber, pin-fastened, unmarked, American-made?, brass, barrel with a smooth mustard age patina and a fine touch-hole: the top of the breech with an engraved leaf motif, en suite with the tang. Molded and carved American walnut full stock of typical Federal design, having a slightly bulbous and heavy, "cane-handle" type grip with simple raised carvings around lock and sideplate mortises: the grip with a fine "Tiger" striped grain-pattern. Lightly engraved American sheet brass furniture: two barrel-form ramrod pipes, an arrowhead finial trigger-guard, a flat "S" shaped sideplate, an oval wrist escutcheon and a screw-fastened butt-cap with a short rear finial. The "Redfern's" (William Redfern: active 1799-1803, in Birmingham, UK. Please see E. Heer's: "Der Neue Stockel", vol. 2, pg. 1019) marked, flat "Trade"-type lock with its original gooseneck hammer, bridle-less powder pan and a matching arrowhead finial frizzen spring: in mechanically functional order with a strong mainspring. In overall fine original flintlock condition. The barrel with smooth lightly toned brass surfaces and some light patches of discoloration. The lock with a fine dark and smooth patina with some minor patches of light discoloration/wear. Fine stock with sharp contours, 85%+ finish, some minor handling marks and expected light abrasions. Fine hardware with a nicely toned and untouched age patina, en suite with the barrel. A classic example of a War of 1812 Period American Secondary Martial flintlock Pistol, ca. 1810s. Brass-tip wooden ramrod. Overall length 14". *** Pictured in Frank E. Kuron's: "Thus Fell Tecumseh", pg. 261. Price: $2,975.00
	A FINE PAIR OF REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD SILVER-WIRE-INLAY ENGLISH FLINTLOCK TURN-OFF PISTOLS, ca. 1775:In overall fine+, original flintlock condition. Round, 2 1/2", Turn-off, cannon-form, baluster-turned, smoothbore, .45 caliber, iron barrels with two early Birmingham black-powder proof marks, on their undersides. Finely engraved, central-hammer boxlock, flintlock mechanisms with "KING" maker's signatures: sliding trigger-guard safeties and hound's-tooth-engraved central hammers and frizzens: one hammer with a nearly undetectable old repair. Both in mechanically fine condition with strong mainsprings and frizzen springs: functional safeties. The sides of the frames with matching borders, finely engraved scrolls and clear maker's signatures. Smooth, steel gray surfaces with sharp engraving, 85% finish and very light patches of discoloration. Engraved iron trigger-guards with matching smooth, steel-gray surfaces and etched bows. Nicely figured, bag-shaped, walnut grips with some minor handling marks, sharp contours and 85% finish. Extensively inlayed with silver wire scrolls of classic Georgian design (99%). In overall fine+ condition. The barrels with good bores, smooth surfaces and a fine patina. The frames with sharp engraving, clear markings and matching surfaces. Very Fine grips without cracks or significant blemishes: retain virtually all of their silver wire. A very nice Pair of Revolutionary War Period English Boxlock "Queen Ann" Pistols, ca. 1775. Overall length, 8". Price: $3,875.00
	A COLONIAL PERIOD QUEEN ANN TURN-OFF PISTOL BY JAMES FREEMAN, ca. 1715: In overall fine original flintlock condition with a smooth and even age patina overall. The round, 5 1/2", cannon-form, turn-off, smoothbore, .61 caliber, iron barrel with a Crown "IF" (James Freeman) maker's mark and two London pre-1740 proof marks. The original flintlock mechanism with rounded gooseneck hammer with a hound's-tooth border engraving and a "James Freeman" signature, for James Paul Freeman of London (w. 1705- 1720 and was known for his silver-mounted breech-loading pistols: please see H. Blackmore, Gunmakers of London 1350-1850, pg. 96). The frizzen-back and frame with matching decoration and smooth surfaces: some very light scattered salt & peppering. Sliding iron trigger-guard: acts as a safety. Embossed silver Mounts include the Grotesque mask butt-cap, the rococo-scroll sideplate and the vacant shield wrist escutcheon. Burl walnut, Queen Ann type grip with a molded bulbous butt and relief carving around the lock, barrel tang and sideplate. In overall fine condition. The barrel with smooth surfaces and some very light pitting and discoloration. The lock/mechanism with all original components, having matching surfaces and clear engraving. Fine walnut grip with some very minor handling marks, 85% original finish and a small period-repaired crack above the sideplate. A very nice example of a Breech-loading Flintlock pistol from the Colonial Period. Made by one of the most prominent London Gunsmiths of the 18th century, James P. Freeman. Overall length, 12". Price: $5,875.00
	A FINE FRENCH & INDIAN/REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD BRASS BARREL ENGLISH FLINTLOCK OFFICER’S PISTOL, by W. STAPLES, ca. 1760: In overall fine original flintlock condition. The round, pin-fastened 8 1/8", smoothbore, .62 caliber, brass barrel with two (2) London, proof marks and a “W.S.” maker’s mark (William Staples): iron barrel tang. Scroll-engraved, rounded, lock with a hound’s-tooth etched border, a bridle-less powder-pan and its original rounded gooseneck hammer with matching borders: working period/associated frizzen. Engraved under the powder-pan with a clear “W. STAPLES” signature, for William Staples of Birmingham/London, UK., who worked, ca. 1750-1770. (please see H. Blackmore: “Gunmakers of London 1350-1850”, pg. 184). Molded and nicely carved walnut fullstock with a pronounced buttcap and simple raised-carving around the mounts, lock and sideplate: a finely carved scallop-shell apron, at the barrel-tang. Lightly engraved full brass mounts. The embossed grotesque mask butt-cap of classic Georgian Period “Pug’s Face” design with an acanthus-leaf etched rear finial. The trigger guard with a trefoil forward finial and an engraved “Snow Flake”, on its bow. Rococo form openwork, acanthus vine-scroll sideplate, two (2) barrel-form ramrod pipes and a vacant shield wrist escutcheon. In overall fine original flintlock condition. The barrel with sharp contours and smooth surfaces with clear proof and maker’s marks. Retains a lightly toned patina. The lock with smooth gunmetal-gray surfaces and sharp engraving: only some isolated patches of light discoloration; and in mechanically functional order with a strong mainspring. Fine stock, with 90%+ finish, some minor handling marks, light patches of wear and sharp contours. The furniture/mounts, en suite with the barrel with smooth lightly toned brass surfaces. Retains its original, horn tip, wooden ramrod with iron jag/worm. Overall length 13 7/8". A very attractive example of a Brass Barrel French & Indian/Revolutionary War Period English Flintlock Officer’s Pistol, by a fine English Gunsmith, ca. 1760. Price: $3,875.00
A VERY GOOD OTTOMAN TURKISH FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOL, ca. 1810s: In In overall very good original flintlock condition. The octagonal to round, .65 caliber, smoothbore, 10", band-fastened, iron barrel with a scroll engraved breech and the top flat with a simulated European maker’s signature. In Original Flintlock configuration with a rounded banana form lockplate, a bridled powder-pan and a grooved face frizzen, of typical Near Eastern form. In very good mechanical order with fine timing and a strong mainspring. Retains its original lock components with an untouched, dark, brown gray patination and some light wear and scattered discoloration. Traditional, Ottoman form wooden fullstock with molded and carved surfaces, extensive silver wire inlay, on its grip and a pronounced bulbous pommel with a finely embossed finial, en suite. Brass and iron mounts with its original brass trigger-guard with a pointed forward finial. The brass stirrup-type butt-cap with some minor old damage to its pommel-cap. Iron sideplate with lightly engraved surfaces and both its sidebolts. Two (2) iron ramrod pipes for the integrally carved “false” ramrod “”—typical Ottoman design feature. Very good mounts with untouched surfaces and a rich age-patina. Of very good quality and extensively adorned with silver-wire, floral and vine scrolls: several, old repairs and several brass tack decorations, at the wrist. In overall very good untouched original flintlock condition. The barrel lock and lock with smooth, gunmetal-gray surfaces, nicely etched components and some light patches of discoloration, fine scattered pitting and expected wear. Very Good stock with signs of use, 75% finish, scattered handling marks and several very old minor fills/repairs. A very nice example of a Turkish Flintlock Holster Pistol, ca. 1810s, for similar examples, please see G. C. Stone's: "Construction & Decoration of Arms". Overall length, 17". Price: $1,150.00
	A VERY GOOD UNTOUCHED WAR OF 1812/NAPOLEANIC WAR PERIOD PATTERN 1802 "LONG" SEA SERVICE PISTOL, ca. 1805: In overall very good, untouched, original flintlock configuration. Round, iron, .56 caliber, smoothbore, 12 1/4" baluster-turned barrel with Board of Ordnance Govt. proof marks at the breech and a Crown acceptance mark on the tang. Regulation Pattern walnut fullstock with an effaced Storekeeper's mark on the right face of the grip -- behind the raised-carved beaver tail apron. The lock of standard P. 1802 design with a flat, thread engraved reinforced hammer and lockplate. The lock-face with an effaced Crown/"GR" and Crown/Broad Arrow govt. ownership mark, beneath the powder-pan: the tail of lock an effaced "TOWER" marking. Full brass, regulation Pattern furniture: the heavy bulbous butt-cap with a screw-fastened finial, the trigger-guard with a raised hazelnut finial, a single barrel-type ramrod pipe and the flat sideplate with tail: Crown marked belt-hook. In overall very good untouched original flintlock condition. The iron surfaces with a smooth, deep russet-brown, age patina with fine surfaces and some isolated patches of light discoloration/pitting. The lock with original components, working period effaced markings and very good mechanics-- the removed Govt. markings, likely indicate this piece was captured; and for fear of British reprisal, the Govt. lock/stock markings were removed. In mechanically functioning order with a strong mainspring. Fine stock with 90% finish, scattered light abrasions, two old paint specks and some minor handling marks. The hardware with choice smooth and untouched brown-mustard surfaces. Working period brass tipped wooden ramrod, en suite. Overall length 19 1/2". A very nice Board Ordnance Pattern 1802 Sea Service Pistol, with evidence of possible American capture/use. Made during the 1812/Napoleanic War period, ca. 1805. Price: $3,750.00
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