Guns International #: 102355442
Seller's Inventory #: 227805

Category - Antique Pistols - Percussion - Antique Pistols - 1500-1850

Category
Antique Pistols - Percussion
Antique Pistols - 1500-1850

US NAVY Inspected Model 1842 Pistol by HENRY ASTON Antique PGG .45 caliber Made in Middle of the Mexican-American War in 1847

Description:
US NAVY Inspected Model 1842 Pistol by HENRY ASTON Antique  PGG .45 caliber

Made in Middle of the Mexican-American War in 1847

Here we present an antique U.S.N. Marked & Inspected Henry Aston Model 1842 Dragoon’s Pistol, made in 1847 in Middletown, Connecticut, in the start of the Mexican-American War. Henry Aston was a gunmaker from Middletown who received a government contract to produce 24,000 Model 1842 pistols in his first contract for the firearm that spanned from 1846-1851. Between 1851 and 1852, he received a second contract for an additional 6,000 units. The Model 1842 saw service during a time of great change and increasing tension, as well as firearms innovation. The Mexican-American War (1846-1848), the numerous conflicts with Native Americans, annexing of new territory, the rising blood-pressure over slavery, and a quick 36% population increase that all culminated in the blood-letting of the American Civil War. This was the first official percussion pistol to be adopted by the U.S. and simultaneously the last large smooth bore single shot pistol. By 1845 it was the primary issued weapon to the First and Second Regiment of Dragoons, replacing many of their Model 1836 flintlocks, just in time for the Mexican-American War. The Model 1842 was the last single shot smoothbore pistol issued by the U.S. Army.

The Model 1842 features sturdy construction with lots of brass for support. This was important during a time when one would expend their shots and still have a fight on their hands. Striking your opponent with the pommel of your gun was quite effective. The ramrod is captive, so that it would not be lost in the heat of battle on top of a horse. Many of these were used, especially initially, by both sides during the American Civil War.

This one has “USN” markings on the top of the barrel as well as the inspector markings “P/GG” on the percussion bolster.

The overall condition is fair. The bore has been sleeved to .45 caliber with rifling and there is ample evidence that it continued to be used in this configuration. The action is excellent. The surfaces of the metal are bright with some markings obfuscated. The stock has been extensively repaired and solid. The various cracks and splits are immobile.

Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.

Barrel is 8-1/2 inches.

Caliber: .45 Percussion

Overall condition as seen in photos.

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#227805
 

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Antique: Yes