Simeon North's U.S. Model 1819 flintlock pistol, SKU AH5758, listed used as an antique handgun. The lock plate is dated 1822 and fitted with a sliding hammer safety that engages only at half cock; the lock also carries the eagle, S. North and a partial Middtn. Conn. address. Barrel stamps read JD, P, U.S. and a tiny SNY, which the supplier suggests may stand for State of New York militia.

The supplier's opinion is that this pistol is a reconversion back to flintlock. Beyond that it is described as an old soldier in pretty good shape: the barrel has some pits, the stock is solid with no chips or cracks, and the captive ramrod appears original to the gun. For a Delaware collector the New York militia stamp and the 1822 lock date are the talking points. The dealer transfer needs the state purchaser permit, which stays valid for two years, or a current Delaware carry license.

Key features

• U.S. Model 1819 flintlock by Simeon North
• Lock plate dated 1822, sliding hammer safety
• Barrel marked JD, P, U.S., SNY
• Supplier opinion: reconversion to flintlock
• Captive ramrod appears original

Shipment goes to a Delaware FFL dealer of your choosing, where photo ID, Form 4473 and the background check are completed before release.