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Important and rare Harpers Ferry flintlock pistol model 1805 dated 1806. .54 caliber flintlock, seri

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Important and rare Harpers Ferry flintlock pistol model 1805 dated 1806. .54 caliber flintlock, seri
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Important and rare Harpers Ferry flintlock pistol model 1805 dated 1806. .54 caliber flintlock, serial number “43”, pictured in Locke Book, page “224”, top illustration. This pistol is the subject of two letters, dated 1978 from noted martial pistol collector Ed Bidder to Charles DuPont discussing this exact pistol, the fact that it was bought by noted antique arms collector Herb Glass from Mrs. Flemming (Bill Locke’s only daughter, who had kept a few guns out of the Locke collection). Subsequently, the pistol was sold by Mr. Herb Glass to Ed Bidder who in turn sold it to his friend, Charles DuPont. The letters further state that this pistol is the best condition model 1806 ever viewed by Ed Bidder, and one of the earliest serial-numbered Harpers Ferry model 1805’s. The letters also state that pistol number “43” is an excellent reconversion back to flintlock. The pistol shows light cleaning on barrel and lock with ultra-sharp eagle, markings, serial number, and proofs. This pistol also shows silver escutcheons around the barrel key and a silver plaque inlayed behind the tang, along with a “V” notch sight mounted in the breech. Variations of the model 1805 are known with various silver mounts and deluxe features such as sights, etc. The stock shows some light cleaning and a trace of cartouche, but is generally near excellent overall and shows crisp edges and full dimensions. A correct style replacement ramrod is included. 1806 Harpers Ferry’s have always been rare and desirable, and this one of the earliest, well documented, and best condition. Formerly housed in three world-class collections. Appraised at $25,000 in the 1980’s. Est: $7,500 - $15,000