Lot 4: Fine Mexican American Era U.S. H. Aston Model 1842 Percussion Pi

Fine Mexican American Era U.S. H. Aston Model 1842 Percussion Pistol Dated 1847

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 25, 2009

Lot 4: Fine Mexican American Era U.S. H. Aston Model 1842 Percussion Pi

Fine Mexican American Era U.S. H. Aston Model 1842 Percussion Pistol Dated 1847

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 25, 2009

Estimated Price: $1,800 - $2,750

Price Realized:

Fine Mexican American Era U.S. H. Aston Model 1842 Percussion Pistol Dated 1847

Manufacturer: H. Aston

Model: 1842

Type: Pistol

Gauge: 54

Barrel: 8 inch round

Finish: bright

Grip:

Stock: walnut

Item Views: 1939

Serial Number:

Catalog Page: 6

Class: Antique

Description:

Dated 1847 on the lock plate and barrel tang. Half moon front sight on barrel with swivel-type ramrod. The lock plate is marked "US/ H.ASTON" and "MIDDtn/ CONN./ 1847", and the barrel is marked "U.S./ JH/ P" and "1847". Brass barrel band with extension strap connecting to the side plate, with "JH" and "W.A.T" inspector's cartouches on the left flat of the wood. Smooth walnut stock with brass furniture.

Rating Definition:

Very fine, with crisp markings, some light spotting on the once cleaned bright finish, signs of age on the brass and scattered handling marks. Stock is very fine, with crisp cartouches and minor pressure dents. Action is excellent.

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Lot 4: Fine Mexican American Era U.S. H. Aston Model 1842 Percussion Pi

Fine Mexican American Era U.S. H. Aston Model 1842 Percussion Pistol Dated 1847

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 25, 2009

Lot 4: Fine Mexican American Era U.S. H. Aston Model 1842 Percussion Pi

Fine Mexican American Era U.S. H. Aston Model 1842 Percussion Pistol Dated 1847

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 25, 2009

Fine Mexican American Era U.S. H. Aston Model 1842 Percussion Pistol Dated 1847

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