The Model 1836 was the last and arguably finest of the flintlock U.S. martial pistols. It has a rounded blade front sight, a dished oval rear sight on the barrel tang, a swivel mounted ramrod, extended tangs that link the trigger guard and barrel tang to the pommel cap, a detachable brass flash pan, "US./JH/P" on top of the barrel, "US/R. JOHNSON/MIDDN CONN/1841" on the center of the lock, small inspection marks, and "JJC" (John J. Cornwell) and "WAT" (William A. Thornton) cartouches on the left stock flat. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the lower left of the stock above the pommel cap. Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Exceptionally fine with strong patterns of original case colors on the lock and upper tang, bright iron surfaces, gray and brown patina on the balance, some minor pitting, light wear on the frizzen, and minor overall wear. The stock is excellent with attractive grains, defined edges, a few minor handling marks, and crisp cartouches. Mechanically excellent.