This martial-marked cap and ball pistol is a very fine and pleasing specimen of the Model 1842 single-shot percussion pistol produced by H. Aston of Middletown, Connecticut. Aston and Ira Johnson, both of Middletown and the Palmetto Armory of Columbia, SC, produced some 24,000 of these fine horse pistols from 1845 through 1852.

This .54 caliber smoothbore muzzleloading horse pistol is a 14” long weapon fitted with an 8½” round barrel. Pistol is clean and bright overall. Lockplate maker markings show “US / H. ASTON” lightly in front of the hammer, and “MIDDtn / CONN / 1852” stronger behind the hammer. Stampings on the upper barrel at the breech show “US / GW / P” proof marks and a matching “1852” date on the barrel tang.

The excellent black walnut stock displays two inspector’s cartouches on the left flat back of the side plate. Stock has very pleasing smooth wood surface. Pistol mechanics are super tight and crisp. Bore is clean and clear. Weapon has its original swivel hinge and steel ramrod with a button-shaped head.  Whole pistol presents a pleasing appearance.  [jet]

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