Original Item. Only One Available. Here we have a great example of an early American Flintlock Pistol, fully brass mounted and marked on the lock plate by maker Halbach & Sons. This maker originated in Baltimore, MD around 1780, and would become famous for producing bronze cannon muzzle style barrels and bronze mountings. A Halbach and Sons pistol can also be identified by the brass butt cap that depicts an American spread eagle surrounded by 13 stars. It will also have a raised carving around the tang and a lock plate stamped “Halbach & Sons", exactly like this example.

This example is in fantastic condition, showing a lovely aged patina overall, but no major wear or signs of past restoration. The 11 3/8 long 0.64" caliber barrel smoothly transitions from round at the muzzle to octagonal at the nocks form, and measures 17 inches in overall length. The lock is an early design without a frizzen support bridle, and is fully functional, holding at half cock and firing at full.

It features lovely angular brass fittings, including the trigger guard, ramrod pipe, and ramrod throat. The large brass side plate is typical of early American designs, often made much like German pistols of the same period. The stock also features lots of carved outlines around the fittings, and is really lovely. The characteristic Halbach & Sons butt cap is lovely, showing an eagle with arrows in the left foot, and a laurel branch in the right. The thirteen stars are arranged above the eagles head on the tang of the butt cap.

Condition of the pistol is simply lovely, showing a great patina. This would make a great addition to any Early American firearms collection. Ready to research and display!

Specifications:

Year of Manufacture: Circa 1780
Caliber: Approx. 0.64"
Ammunition Type: Lead Ball & Powder
Overall Length: 17 inches
Barrel Length: 11 3/8 inches
Action: Flintlock Side Action
Feed System: Muzzle-Loaded

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