Original Dutch Napoleonic Belgian Made Flintlock Naval Pistol Serial 1776 – circa 1800-1810 Original Items

Original Item: Only One Available. This type of Pistol was manufactured in Belgium, which was under Napoleon Bonaparte’s control until 1814. Production continued after the battle of Waterloo in 1815 and very possibly into the 1820’s. Belgium was an Industrial powerhouse, with its great capacity coming from the City of Liège, where gun making was a key industry, and would end up supplying Military Weapons all over Europe after Belgian Independence in 1830.

There is no provision for ramrod, the mounts are all of brass and the grade of manufacture is really quite high. Probably one of the most encountered original flintlock martial pistols from Europe encountered to day. There are few maker markings on the gun, except for remnants of a CROWN over DN proof mark on the lock plate just rear of the pan. This is an arsenal stamp indicating “Delft Nederlandse”, indicating it was processed at arsenal there before being dispersed into service. There is also a serial or rack number of 1776 stamped over the chamber.

The pistol is fitted with a 9″ barrel showing no markings whatsoever. Its overall length is almost 16″ and has a large lanyard ring on the bottom of the brass mounted butt cap. All the mounts are brass and the overall condition is really nice. The stock does show wear overall from service, with many scratches and small dents, however there are no cracks or repairs we can see. The lock is functional, however a strong trigger pull can cause it to fire at half cock.

A great European Naval flintlock pistol, fully cleaned and ready to display!

Specifications:

Years of Manufacture: c.1800-10
Caliber: .67″ Pistol
Ammunition Type: Lead Ball & Powder
Barrel Length: 9 Inches
Overall Length: 15 1/2 Inches
Action: Flintlock
Feed System: Muzzle-Loaded

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