{"product_id":"original-u-s-model-1819-54-caliber-flintlock-pistol-by-simeon-north-of-middletown-connecticut-dated-1821-unconverted","title":"Original U.S. Model 1819 .54 Caliber Flintlock Pistol by Simeon North of Middletown, Connecticut, Dated 1821, Unconverted","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an original U.S. Model 1819 .54 caliber flintlock martial pistol manufactured by\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Simeon North of Middletown, Connecticut\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, and dated \u003cstrong\u003e1821\u003c\/strong\u003e. It remains in its original unconverted flintlock configuration and retains the distinctive captured ramrod, iron furniture, half cock safety, Federal lock markings, barrel inspection stamps, and a legible LS inspector cartouche in the stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an antique black powder firearm manufactured before 1899. Under federal law, it may generally be owned within the United States without a special license or permit and does not require transfer through a Federal Firearms Licensee. However, state and local laws may vary. This firearm is sold solely as a historical collector’s item and has not been test fired or inspected for firing safety by a professional gunsmith. Any mechanical or bore observations provided below describe only its present condition and should not be interpreted as confirmation that the firearm is safe to load or fire. The purchaser is solely responsible for complying with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Model 1819 was one of the important early U.S. martial pistols produced under government contract by Simeon North. North had a 53 year relationship with the U.S. War Department, and the contract for the Model 1819 pistols was one of the last contracts North had for martial pistols from the U.S. Government. Compared with the preceding Model 1816, it incorporated a longer barrel and a captured ramrod designed to remain attached to the pistol during loading and cleaning. Many surviving examples were later altered to percussion, making an unconverted flintlock example particularly desirable as a representative of the original pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pistol measures approximately 15 1\/2\" overall and has a 10\" barrel in .54 caliber. It is fitted with all iron furniture, including the heavy skull crusher style butt cap, iron trigger guard, side plate, and large barrel band.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe breech is marked:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJDJ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eU.S.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe JDJ marking is attributed to inspector \u003cem\u003eJohn D. Johnson\u003c\/em\u003e, associated with inspection of Model 1819 North pistol barrels during the 1819-1822 period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lock retains most of its original markings. The Federal eagle is substantially visible, though the head is faint, and the maker and address read:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eS. NO\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e[RTH]\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eU (Eagle) S\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMIDLTN CONN.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper right portion of the maker name beneath the pan is worn, but enough survives to identify the original Simeon North marking. The tail of the lock plate is dated:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1821\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe left side of the stock bears a legible oval:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ecartouche, attributed to inspector Luther Sage, who inspected pistols from North, Waters, and other makers during the 1813-1836 period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe steel and iron surfaces are mostly polished bright and show scattered evidence of old peppered oxidation that has since been cleaned. There is no obvious indication in the supplied inspection of a major modern restoration, and the pistol retains an attractive aged appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lock remains tight and presently functions correctly. It holds securely at half cock and releases at full cock, and the separate safety mechanism is also functional. These observations describe only the pistol’s present mechanical condition and should not be interpreted as confirmation that it is safe to load or fire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stock is in good condition with a deep red brown color beneath an old waxed finish and displays particularly attractive grain. It shows the expected dents, scratches, and handling wear from long use, but no major structural cracks, missing sections, or repaired breaks are noted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe captured ramrod remains present, is in very good condition, and operates correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its original unconverted flintlock configuration, 1821 dated Simeon North lock, JDJ \/ P \/ U.S. barrel markings, LS inspector cartouche, captured ramrod, complete iron furniture, functional half cock safety, and attractive walnut stock, this is a strong example of the U.S. Model 1819 martial pistol. The worn portion of the maker marking, faint eagle head, cleaned peppered oxidation, and normal stock wear are all fully disclosed. It would fit especially well in a Simeon North, early U.S. martial pistol, Model 1819, Federal period, or advanced American flintlock firearms collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYear of Manufacture: 1821\u003cbr\u003eMaker: Simeon North\u003cbr\u003eModel: 1819 Flintlock Pistol\u003cbr\u003eCaliber: .54 inches\u003cbr\u003eAmmunition Type: Lead Ball \u0026amp; Powder\u003cbr\u003eBarrel Length: 10 inches\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 16 inches\u003cbr\u003eAction: Side Action Flintlock\u003cbr\u003eFeed System: Muzzle-Loaded\u003cbr\u003eFederal Classification: Pre-1899 Antique\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNOTE: International orders of antique firearms MUST be shipped using UPS WW Services (courier). USPS Priority Mail international will not accept these. International customers should always consult their country's antique gun laws prior to ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45691026112581,"sku":"ONJR26AURA28","price":2595.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/FA67B67D-64F5-4722-B485-6B8AE93C3C69.jpg?v=1788545234","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-u-s-model-1819-54-caliber-flintlock-pistol-by-simeon-north-of-middletown-connecticut-dated-1821-unconverted","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}