JOHNSON MODEL 1842 PERCUSSION SINGLE SHOT PISTOL.

SN NSN. Cal. 54. This 1853 dated I.N. Johnson, Middleton, CT Model 1842 pistol is a very good example. This gun conforms to other examples measuring about 14″ overall with an 8-1/2″ rnd bbl, 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 Johnson martials seem to be much scarcer than the same model made by Aston and even though Aston did make almost 30,000 guns in comparison to Johnson’s 10,000 guns, the ratio of Johnson survivors seems much lower and this is a nice example with good markings and cartouches. PROVENANCE: Collection of Charles A. Lamb. CONDITION: Metal surfaces are very good 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 though “JOHNSON” is lightly struck on lock and only partial bbl date is seen. Bore is bright and clean with pitting. Brass has yellow patina with numerous small nicks and scratches especially in butt. The percussion nipple is fine retaining much of its original blue/black finish. Stock is very good/fine overall. Cartouches are crisp and well struck with scattered small dings, dents and scratches. 4-50953 JS111 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2530

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
	2530	$2,300.00	JOHNSON MODEL 1842 PERCUSSION SINGLE SHOT PISTOL. SN NSN. Cal. 54. This 1853 dated I.N. Johnson, Middleton, CT Model 1842 pistol is a very good example. This gun conforms to other examples measuring about 14″ overall with an 8-1/2″ rnd bbl, 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 Johnson martials seem to be much scarcer than the same model made by Aston and even though Aston did make almost 30,000 guns in comparison to Johnson’s 10,000 guns, the ratio of Johnson survivors seems much lower and this is a nice example with good markings and cartouches. PROVENANCE: Collection of Charles A. Lamb. CONDITION: Metal surfaces are very good 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 though “JOHNSON” is lightly struck on lock and only partial bbl date is seen. Bore is bright and clean with pitting. Brass has yellow patina with numerous small nicks and scratches especially in butt. The percussion nipple is fine retaining much of its original blue/black finish. Stock is very good/fine overall. Cartouches are crisp and well struck with scattered small dings, dents and scratches. 4-50953 JS111 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2530 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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JOHNSON MODEL 1842 PERCUSSION SINGLE SHOT PISTOL.