Lot 313
American Flintlock Horseman's Pistol. A rare Flintlock Pistol, c.1780, it has an 8½" .72 cal. round steel barrel with brass blade sight. Proof/maker's mark on the underside of barrel, "6", "LB". Brass furniture. 15¼" overall length. Stock is sound. According to George C Neumann, these pistols were produced in the Lancaster, Pennsylvania and Nothern Maryland area for American mounted troops during the Revolution. He further states that minor differences are found among their locks and barrels, yet the furniture and basic pattern are consistent, with European influences apparent. In good working order.
Estimated Value $2,000 - 4,000.
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| Realized $1,725 |
