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Antique ASTON Model 1842 Percussion DRAGOON Pistol
Guns International #: 100899993 Seller's Inventory #: 21992
Category: Antique Pistols - Percussion - Antique Pistols - 1500-1850
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Seller: AncestryGunsLLC
Company: Ancestry Guns LLC
Member Since: 11/3/16
State: Missouri
Zip: 65203
Country: United States
Phone: (314) 707-7373
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Description:
Antique ASTON Model 1842 Percussion DRAGOON Pistol
Dated “1849” Horse Pistol w Good Cartouches
Here we present an antique U.S. Henry Aston Model 1842 Percussion Pistol, made in 1849, in Middletown, Connecticut by Henry Aston and Ira N. Johnson. The Model 1842 saw service during a time of great change and increasing tension, as well as firearms innovation. The Mexican-American War (1846-1848), the numerous conflicts with Native Americans, annexing of new territory, the rising blood-pressure over slavery, and a quick 36% population increase that all culminated in the blood-letting of the American Civil War. This was the first official percussion pistol to be adopted by the U.S. and simultaneously the last large smooth bore single shot pistol. By 1845 it was the primary issued weapon to the First and Second Regiment of Dragoons, replacing many of their Model 1836 flintlocks, just in time for the Mexican-American War.
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.
This specimen is marked “US/H.ASTON” and “MIDDTN/CONN./1849” on the lock. The left side of the barrel bears proof markings of “US/JH/P”. Small initials from sub-inspectors are found on various parts of the gun. The government inspector cartouches are in very good condition and are “JH” for James Harris, and “WAT” for Captain William Anderson Thornton. The initials “E.K.T.” are also stamped into the stock and the side of the barrel band attachment, which was not standard. These are likely the initials of a soldier that used this weapon.
This specimen is in good condition. The metal has a bit of light pitting, with a dark hue. The markings are mostly clear and legible. The walnut stock is in very good condition, bearing the clear inspector cartouches. The bore is in good condition. The action is strong.
Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.
Barrel is 8-1/2 inches in length.
Caliber: .54 percussion
Overall condition as seen in photos.
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$1100
#21992
SOLD
Antique: Yes