Harpers Ferry Model 1805

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The Harpers Ferry Model 1805 is flintlock pistol produced by Harpers Ferry Armory. It is single-shot and .58 caliber. It has the distinction of being the first military handgun produced at a national armory. It is a very desirable martial pistol in the current collector's market, with a prime example bringing up to $40,000 at auction.

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