Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
U.S. Model 1826 Navy Pistol, c. 1828, walnut stock with engraved No 5 in front of triggerguard, iron fittings, lock converted to percussion and plate marked U.S. S.NORTH with the date 1828 and an iron belt hook on the left side, lg. 13 in.
Estimate $900-1,000
Light rust around nipple, iron parts have patina appropriate with its age.
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