Thomas Salter Pyne

Sir Thomas Salter Pyne CSI (1860–1921) was a British engineer based in Afghanistan.

In this capacity, he trained local Afghans in the production of guns, swords, ammunition, coins, soap, and candles.

On behalf of Martin's firm, Pyne oversaw the construction of an arsenal, a mint, and various factories and workshops, employing approximately 4,000 workers.

Upon concluding the negotiations, he was appointed a Companion of the Order of the Star of India (CSI) and knighted[1] by the British government in recognition of his services.

Pyne left the Amir's service in 1899 due to ill health and was succeeded by Thomas Martin's younger brother, Frank.