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Antique HENRY ASTON 1st U.S. Contract Model 1842 DRAGOON Percussion Pistol Made Between the MEXICAN-AMERICAN WAR & CIVIL WAR
Guns International #: 101589757 Seller's Inventory #: 201592
Category: Civil War Pistols - Antique Pistols - Percussion
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Seller: AncestryGunsLLC
Company: Ancestry Guns LLC
Member Since: 11/3/16
State: Missouri
Zip: 65203
Country: United States
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Description:
Antique HENRY ASTON 1st U.S. Contract Model 1842 DRAGOON Percussion Pistol
Made Between the MEXICAN-AMERICAN WAR & CIVIL WAR
Here we present an antique Aston First U.S. Contract Model 1842 Dragoon’s Pistol, made in 1851 in Middletown, Connecticut, just three years after the close of the Mexican-American War. 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 late 1851 and 1852, he received a second contract for an additional 6,000 units. 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 Model 1842 was the last single shot smoothbore pistol issued by the U.S. Army.
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. The action is strong and tight. The bore is in good shape for its age. Both cartouches can be seen on the left side of the stock: WN for Walter North and WAT for Captain William A. Thornton. The lock and barrel are both dated “1851”. A small crack is present near the side plate, which remains stable and is nearly standard for the rear lock screw on this model. The barrel finish is maturing to a pleasing brown patina. Here is a prime example that can be proudly displayed!
Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.
Barrel is 8 ½ inches.
Caliber: .54 Percussion
Overall condition as seen in photos.
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$1685
#201592
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Antique: Yes