Authentic McCampbell flintlock pistol – 1813

McCampbell Flintlock Pistol – 1813 Model: Cavalry or belt flintlock pistol Manufacturer: McCampbell (gunsmith identified by the signature on the lock plate) Date: 1813 (date visible on the barrel) Probable origin: British Isles (Scotland or England) Type: Single-shot, muzzle-loading firearm Ignition system: Flintlock

This flintlock pistol is a remarkable example of Napoleonic-era weaponry. Made in 1813, it features a walnut stock, an octagonal then cylindrical steel barrel, and brass fittings including the trigger guard, muzzle cap, and buttplate.

The lock plate is signed "McCampbell," indicating a gunsmith of British tradition. The flintlock mechanism is complete and retains its original design. The metal loading rod is also present, an element often missing on surviving examples.

Historical Context: The year 1813 corresponds to the final period of the Napoleonic Wars. Pistols of this type were commonly issued to: • cavalrymen and officers; • local militias; • merchants and travelers; • naval officers. Before the arrival of percussion systems in the 1820s-1840s, the flintlock mechanism was the dominant technology in European armies.

Condition of preservation The weapon appears in a condition above average: • complete mechanism; • legible manufacturer's signature; • clearly visible date; • wood with little alteration; • intact brass fittings; • loading rod present.

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