This spectacular Model 1836 flintlock pistol was manufactured by Robert Johnson of Middletown, Connecticut, in 1842 and has the standard markings and features, although it appears to have seen little, if any, use at all. Many saw hard use during the Mexican-American War and Civil War in the holsters of the U.S. cavalry. The Model 1836 is considered the finest of all U.S. martial flintlock pistols, and many were converted to percussion making original examples like this particularly desirable, especially in this high state of condition. "U.S./JH/P" markings on the breech of the bright barrel, "US./R.JOHNSON/MIDDn CONN/1842" marked on the casehardened lock, and two oval script inspection cartouches "JCB" and "W.A.T" (William A. Thornton) crisply stamped on the left stock flat. Square mating mark stamps visible on numerous screws and small components on the outside and inside of the lock including the original flash pan. Provenance: Richard Peters, USMC, Reserves Law Enforcement, a Gentleman

Excellent, nearly in as issued condition. The barrel and fittings exhibit attractive armory bright surfaces, and 98% highly attractive vivid original case colors are showing on the barrel tang, lock, hammer, frizzen and trigger, with a few very small minor spots of surface pitting visible. The brass flash pan and front sight display an attractive untouched bright golden patina. Sharp untouched markings and edges in the metal overall. The stock is excellent with absolutely defined edges, a few scratches and handling marks, and exceptionally crisp cartouches. Mechanically excellent. This is one of the finest surviving Model 1836 pistols today, serving as a true time capsule, and would make a fine addition to any U.S. martial collection!