Product Description
NAPOLEONIC WARS Era French MAUBEUGE Model An XIII Flintlock MILITARY Pistol
Early 1800s Napoleonic Wars CAVALRY Pistol
Here we present an antique French Pistolet modèle An XIII, or Pistol Model An 13, made at the French State Arsenal in Maubeuge, France between 1806 and 1814. This is the Classic Military Cavalry Flintlock Pistol of the Napoleonic era.
This model was manufactured at all four of the French Arsenals, Charleville, Maubeuge, Tulle, and St-Etienne. This pistol was made as a cavalry pistol and continues to survive in its original flintlock state! Over 300,000 of these pistols were made during their 8 year production run. This pistol was designed to equip mounted units, each horseman using two pistols. It was also used by the Navy. An improved version, known as the Model 1822, was produced after the Napoleonic Wars. Proving that imitation is the greatest form of flattery, the Americans copied the design as the “Harpers Ferry Pistol” and used it against the British in the War of 1812. This pistol is of robust construction with lots of brass for support. The bore is a massive .69 caliber.
The overall condition is good. Strong action, and this example remains in its original flintlock. Good bore for its age. Most markings are legible, but some are worn and require a more attentive eye. “811” is on the left side of the barrel. Solid stock overall, contains average dings and dents. Remnants of cartouches are present on the left barrel flat. Brown barrel patina.
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Barrel is 7-1/2 inches.
Caliber: .70 Flintlock
Overall condition as seen in photos.
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$1800
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