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Lot 21: U.S. H. Aston Contract Model 1842 Percussion Pistol Dated 1847

Auction Date: April 25, 2009

Lot 21: U.S. H. Aston Contract Model 1842 Percussion Pistol Dated 1847

Auction Date: April 25, 2009

Estimated Price: $800 - $1,100
Price Realized:

U.S. H. Aston Contract Model 1842 Percussion Pistol Dated 1847

Manufacturer: Aston H Pistols
Model: 1842
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 54 percussion
Barrel: 8 1/2 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1007
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 9
Class: Antique
Description:

Brass blade sight on barrel with one band and "JH / P" marking on the left side of the barrel. Lockplate marked vertically "MIDDTV / CONN. 1847" behind the hammer and "US / H. ASTON" in front. "H" marked on most of the components with "C" on the trigger guard, "P" on the hammer and "1847" on the tang. (The date of the Mexican American War). Smooth stock marked with two cartouches and brass trigger guard and backstrap/buttcap.

Rating Definition:

Good. The metal surfaces, including the brass, have been cleaned at one time and are now beginning to age again. There is some pin point pitting. The reoiled wood is good with some minor scratches, dings and chips and a few moderate dents. There is a shallow indentation on the right side of the grip. The markings are clear with limited fading.



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