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I own one of these, serial number in the low 1000's. It was manufactured at the Harper's Ferry Armory in Virginia between 1806 and 1808. In those 3 years, there was a total of 4,096. Being the first US martial production pistol, and given its age of 204 years, it is quite valuable. I have seen auctions go anywhere from $3,000-$50,000.
The original model 1805 was a .54 caliber flintlock pistol with a smooth bore. Many of the pistols, including mine, have been converted to percussion cap pistols when the technology became available circa 1833. They were originally thought to have a wooden ramrod, but many have been found with steel rods swelled at the tip, and thought to be correct.
They were issued in pairs, each matching pistol bearing the same serial number (2,048 would be the highest serial number seen), to mounted officers, along with a "brace", which were double pistol holsters for mounting to an English flat saddle.
There are thought to be only 200-300 still surviving, and are extremely valuable and collectible...again, especially the original flintlock model.
It would be difficult to quote the worth of a pistol without knowing the condition, date of manufacture, serial number, originality, and functionality of it. My best advice to potential sellers is to put it in a authentic antique gun auction to get top dollar for it. The price may be driven up by a collector with the matching pistol.
I hope this helps someone. These are great historic pieces, and deserve recognition and preservation.
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