FINE MODEL 1842 ASTON SINGLE SHOT PISTOL WITH RARE NEW YORK SURCHARGE.

FINE MODEL 1842 ASTON SINGLE SHOT PISTOL WITH RARE NEW YORK SURCHARGE. SN NSN. Cal. 54. This fine example of a Model 1842 Aston percussion pistol made in 1850 conforms in configuration to other known examples being about 14″ overall with an 8-1/2″ rnd bbl with brass blade front sight, swivel type steel ramrod with brass mountings. Gun has all normally encountered sub-inspector’s letters on each part, two crisp cartouches stamped in stock opposite lock along with rarely seen “SNY” stamped between US inspectors “GW” and “WAT”. Bbl is inspected “GW” and “JH”. This is a really fine example with crisp, bright markings, smooth white metal and a shiny bore. CONDITION: This gun is fine overall with gray/white steel having scattered areas of staining with light rust and pitting. Lock and bbl have matching “1850” dates. Brass is clean and bright with a thin varnish protective coat also present on stock. Stock is sound and solid and fine overall with crisp edges, bright inspectors cartouches with only a couple minor dents and dings. 4-46972 JS162 (3,500-5,500)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2012

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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	2268	$0.00	FINE MODEL 1842 ASTON SINGLE SHOT PISTOL WITH RARE NEW YORK SURCHARGE. SN NSN. Cal. 54. This fine example of a Model 1842 Aston percussion pistol made in 1850 conforms in configuration to other known examples being about 14″ overall with an 8-1/2″ rnd bbl with brass blade front sight, swivel type steel ramrod with brass mountings. Gun has all normally encountered sub-inspector’s letters on each part, two crisp cartouches stamped in stock opposite lock along with rarely seen “SNY” stamped between US inspectors “GW” and “WAT”. Bbl is inspected “GW” and “JH”. This is a really fine example with crisp, bright markings, smooth white metal and a shiny bore. CONDITION: This gun is fine overall with gray/white steel having scattered areas of staining with light rust and pitting. Lock and bbl have matching “1850” dates. Brass is clean and bright with a thin varnish protective coat also present on stock. Stock is sound and solid and fine overall with crisp edges, bright inspectors cartouches with only a couple minor dents and dings. 4-46972 JS162 (3,500-5,500) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2012 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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