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2526
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$2,127.50
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ASTON MODEL 1842 PERCUSSION SINGLE SHOT PISTOL.SN NSN. Cal. 54. Usual configuration with 8-1/2″ rnd bbl, elliptical brass front sight with “US / SM / P” over chamber area and the date “1852″ on top tang and it has a captive swivel rammer. Lockplate has usual markings with the date “1852″. Pistol is mounted in a 1-pc walnut stock with two crisp cartouches on left side panel, mounted with brass furniture consisting of brass trigger guard & front strap, brass butt strap & butt cap with integral front band & side plate. PROVENANCE: Collection of Charles A. Lamb. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Overall bbl, lockplate & hammer retain cleaned gray metal finish with pitting around the breech. Brass retains a medium mustard patina. Stock is sound and solid with one small hairline crack and two bright crisp cartouches as can be seen in photos. Mechanics are fine with smooth bore with pitting. 4-50952 JS108 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2526
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. |