Guns International #: 101315559
Seller's Inventory #: 190390

Category - Antique Pistols - Percussion - Military Pistols - Antique

Category
Antique Pistols - Percussion
Military Pistols - Antique

Antique R. JOHNSON 1836 Percussion DRAGOON Pistol MEXICAN-AMERICAN WAR Conversion Pistol, Dated 1836

Description:
Antique R. JOHNSON 1836 Percussion DRAGOON Pistol

MEXICAN-AMERICAN WAR Conversion Pistol, Dated 1836

Here we present an antique Robert Johnson U.S. Model 1836 Percussion Pistol, made in 1836. This pistol would have started out as a flintlock and had a period conversion as the new technology developed. There were actually two manufacturers of these guns: Robert Johnson and Asa Waters. Combined, the production totals 41,000 guns. This was the last U.S. martial pistol to use the flintlock system, and many consider this the best of all U.S. flint guns due to its craftsmanship and aesthetic appeal. The gun is historically significant as this was the primary issue pistol during the Mexican American War (1846-1848) and was even significantly used during the American Civil War (1861-1865), especially in this percussion converted format.

The lock plate is roll-stamped with “US / R. Johnson / MIDDn CONN / 1836" in four lines. There are inspection marks on the left side of the barrel breech. Many of these were lost to attrition during the various conflicts listed above, and many were converted for use, as is this one, by the North & South during the Civil War.

The overall condition is good. The iron parts are gray. Most of the markings are legible. The walnut stock has seen hard use. The bore is smooth and in good shape. The action is strong and crisp.

Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.

Barrel is 8-1/2 inches.

Caliber: .54

Overall condition as seen in photos.      
  
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$1200

#190390

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Antique: Yes