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Lot 2391:Two Antique Muzzleloading Pistols

February 17th, 2024|Bedford, TX

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Lot 2391:Two Antique Muzzleloading Pistols

February 17th, 2024|Bedford, TX

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Two Antique Muzzleloading Pistols

A) U.S. Henry Aston Model 1842 Percussion Pistol

Approximately 6,000 manufactured by Henry Aston & Co. circa 1845-1852. This example is dated "1847" on the barrel tang and "1851" at the tail of the lock. "US/JH/P" marked at the breech. "US/H.ASTON&CO" marked at the center of the lock. Oval script "WN" (Walter North) and "WAT" (William A. Thornton) inspection cartouches marked on the left stock flat. Includes a hanging circular brass collection tag marked "300".

ConditionGood as refinished, with some pitting, handling marks and chips in the stock. Mechanically fine.

Details

ManufacturerH. Aston

Model1842

TypePistol

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge54

Barrel8 1/2 inch round

Finishbrown/bright

Stockwalnut

Bore conditionVery Dark - Heavy pitting throughout

Item LocationBedford, TX

Views884

B) Bonny Preston British Boxlock Percussion Pistol

"BONNY/PRESTON" marked on the left.

ConditionGood overall, with aged patina and pitting. Mechanically fine.

Details

ManufacturerUnknown

ModelPercussion Pistol

TypePistol

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge48

Barrel2 1/2 inch round

Finishbright

Gripwalnut

Bore conditionVery Dark - Heavy pitting throughout

Item LocationBedford, TX

Views884

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