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H. ASTON MODEL 1842 U. S. PERCUSSION PISTOL.

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:300.00 USD Estimated At:600.00 - 800.00 USD
H. ASTON MODEL 1842 U. S. PERCUSSION PISTOL.
Cal. 54. NSN. Bbl. 8 1/2" round with smooth bore & brass blade sight. 1851 dated lock plate. walnut stock with brass fitting consisting of bbl. band / sideplate, butt cap & trigger guard. Left stock ear has 2 intact cartouches. Button tipped iron swivel ramrod. Approx. 6000 mfg. 1861-1862. CONDITION: Gray metal shows light pitting with weakened bbl. markings. Wood shows light wear with scattered marks. Sound lock. Pitted bore. PROVENANCE: From the Lifelong Collection of Glen E. Mattox. (01-22361/DS). ANTIQUE. $600-800.