FINE MODEL 1842 ASTON SINGLE SHOT MARTIAL PISTOL.

SN NSN. Cal. 54. This 1850 dated H. Aston, Middleton, CT Model 1842 pistol is a fine example. This gun conforms to other examples measuring about 14″ overall with an 8-1/2″ rnd bbl, captive swivel type steel ramrod and brass furniture. Most all metal parts have small inspector initials throughout with two bright inspector’s cartouches stamped in stock opposite lock. These pistols saw hard use and are difficult to find in apparently unused or lightly used condition such as this example. PROVENANCE: Collection of Charles A. Lamb. CONDITION: Metal surfaces are fine and smooth, mostly bright as cleaned with areas of scattered staining and pitting, small nicks and scratches. Markings are crisp and well defined as can be seen in photos. Bore is bright and clean. Brass has yellow patina with small nicks and scratches. The percussion nipple is very fine retaining most all of its original blue/black finish. Stock is fine overall. Cartouches are crisp and well struck with scattered small dings, dents and scratches. 4-50951 JS110 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2525

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2014

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2525	$3,450.00	FINE MODEL 1842 ASTON SINGLE SHOT MARTIAL PISTOL. SN NSN. Cal. 54. This 1850 dated H. Aston, Middleton, CT Model 1842 pistol is a fine example. This gun conforms to other examples measuring about 14″ overall with an 8-1/2″ rnd bbl, captive swivel type steel ramrod and brass furniture. Most all metal parts have small inspector initials throughout with two bright inspector’s cartouches stamped in stock opposite lock. These pistols saw hard use and are difficult to find in apparently unused or lightly used condition such as this example. PROVENANCE: Collection of Charles A. Lamb. CONDITION: Metal surfaces are fine and smooth, mostly bright as cleaned with areas of scattered staining and pitting, small nicks and scratches. Markings are crisp and well defined as can be seen in photos. Bore is bright and clean. Brass has yellow patina with small nicks and scratches. The percussion nipple is very fine retaining most all of its original blue/black finish. Stock is fine overall. Cartouches are crisp and well struck with scattered small dings, dents and scratches. 4-50951 JS110 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2525 Auction: Firearms - Spring 2014 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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FINE MODEL 1842 ASTON SINGLE SHOT MARTIAL PISTOL.