Guns International #: 100594851
Seller's Inventory #:
147
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Guns International #: 100594851
Category - Military Pistols - Antique
- Military Pistols
- US
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Seller: romsey
Company: ---- Member Since: 6/14/13
First Name: warren
Last Name: ralph
State:
California
Zip: 92103-5115
Country: United States
Phone: (619) 323-1405
Fax:
Active Listings: 98
Total Listings: 345
Seller Type:Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories.
--- Payment Methods: USPO money order,personal check
I.N.JOHNSON U.S. Model 1842
Percussion Pistol
Description: A U.S. military single shot percussion pistol of the type used in our Civil War and in the war with Mexico. An exceptionally well made heavy duty weapon with a very strong lock action. .54 caliber with an 8 & 1/2" round barrel finished in bright steel and an overall length of 14". It is a U.S. Model 1842 and is dated 1855 on the lock along with "Midd-tn, Conn." and on the face of the lock: "U.S., I.N. Johnson". Johnson was originally a partner of H. Aston another well known maker of this fine model pistol. Johnson produced 10,000 of these pistols. The stocks were made of sturdy walnut. This one has survived with very few nicks and bangs.. There is a captive or self contained ramrod designed to stay with the gun. The brass butt is heavy so the pistol could be used as a club if there was not time to reload. The barrel is marked (opposite the hammer) with the inspectors initials: "G.W.".and the letter "P" and U.S.. There is a brass blade type front sight.The trigger guard, back strap, butt and barrel band are all brass. The trigger is blued. There is no cartouche visible, there may not have ever been one,which was not uncommon. The overall condition rates Very Good to Fine Antique- No FFL required A no interest payment plan is available See other listings by ROMSEY SOLD Antique: Yes Manufacturer: I.N.Johnson Model: U.S. 1842 Serial Number: none Barrel Length: 8 & 1/2 Caliber Info: .54 Bore: smooth Condition: Very Good Metal Condition: Very Good Wood Condition: Very Good Bore Condition: -- Barrels: one Barrel Type: round Action: Percussion Triggers: one Stock: Walnut Stock Dimensions: 3/4 length Finish: Bright Steel Sights: yes-front Manufacture Date: 1855 Engraving: no Item Location: California-San Diego |
Guns International #: 100594851
Seller's Inventory #:
147
Guns International #: 100594851
Seller's Inventory #:
147