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Antique ASTON Model 1842 Percussion DRAGOON Pistol Guns International #: 100922521 Seller's Inventory #: 22052 Category: Antique Pistols - Percussion - Military Pistols - Antique Seller's Information When emailing or calling sellers direct, please mention that you saw their listing on GunsInternational.com Seller: AncestryGunsLLC Company: Ancestry Guns LLC Member Since: 11/3/16 State: Missouri Zip: 65203 Country: United States Phone: (314) 707-7373 International Phone: 314-707-7373 Platinum Seller Number of Active Listings: 1467 Total Number of Listings: 29942 Seller: FFL Dealer Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns. Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, Certified Check, Money Order Description: Antique ASTON Model 1842 Percussion DRAGOON Pistol Dated “1851” Horse Pistol Here we present an antique U.S. Henry Aston Model 1842 Percussion Pistol, made in 1851, 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. This specimen is marked “US/H.ASTON” and “MIDDTN/CONN./1851” on the lock. The left side of the barrel bears inspection markings of “WN/P”. The metal surfaces are a bit pitted. Markings are mostly legible. The stock has been lightly sanded and repaired on the left side. The bore is oxidized. The action has spring tension, but does not hold cock. 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. Very Fast. Very Safe. FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE. Delivered directly to your door by express mail! Guaranteed AUTHENTIC & Includes CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY. ancestryguns $850 #22052 SOLD Antique: Yes |