Antique HENRY ASTON & Co. U.S. Contract M1842 .54 Smoothbore Pistol DRAGOON 1851 Dated Percussion U.S. MILITARY Contract Pistol

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Antique HENRY ASTON & Co. U.S. Contract M1842 .54 Smoothbore Pistol DRAGOON

1851 Dated Percussion U.S. MILITARY Contract Pistol

Here we present an antique Henry Aston & Company U.S. Contract Model 1842 Dragoon’s Percussion Pistol, made in 1851 in Middletown, Connecticut. Henry Aston was a gunmaker from Middletown who received a government contract to produce 24,000 Model 1842 pistols in his first contract for the firearm that spanned from 1846-1851. Between 1851 and 1852, he received a second contract for an additional 6,000 units. Because of the overlapping 1851 dates, it is unclear if this example is from the first 24,000 or from the second 6,000. The Model 1842 saw service during a time of great change and increasing tension, as well as firearms innovation.

The 1842 features sturdy construction with lots of brass for support. This was important during a time when one would expend their shots and still have a fight on their hands. Striking your opponent with the pommel of your gun was quite effective. The ramrod is captive, so that it would not be lost in the heat of battle on top of a horse. Many of these were used, especially initially, by both sides during the American Civil War.

The overall condition is very good. Strong action. The bore is in good shape for its age. Brown barrel patina and a nice, smooth plum coloring on the lock. Sharp markings. Fine wood with two cartouche remnants on the left flat.

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Barrel is 8-1/2 inches.

Caliber: .54 Percussion

Overall condition as seen in photos.

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$2000

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Antique: Yes

Price: $2,000.00
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