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H. ASTON MODEL 1842 US PERCUSSION PISTOL.

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:300.00 USD Estimated At:600.00 - 900.00 USD
H. ASTON MODEL 1842 US PERCUSSION PISTOL.
Cal. 54. NSN. Bbl. 8 1/2" rnd. w/ smooth bore & semi circular brass sight. Lock is marked "U.S. / H. ASTON" forward of hammer w/ "MIDDtn / CONN / 1851" behind hammer. Walnut stock held by brass band. Brass trigger guard & combination backstrap buttcap. Button tipped iron swivel ramrod. CONDITION: metal shows a molded brown patina w/ pitting becoming heavy in breech area. Stock has a age darkened appearance showing wear & handling marks. Left side around sideplate shows cracks & plastic wood repair. Cartouches are partially visible. Dark pitted bore. (01-17104/DS). ANTIQUE. $600-900.