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U.S. H. Aston Model 1842 Percussion Pistol.

Unserialized, .56 caliber, 8-inch barrel with fixed front brass sight. Lock marked: MIDDTN. / CONN. / 1847 and U.S. / H. ASTON. Top of barrel stamped: U.S. / GWH / P. Upper tang dated 1847. Smooth walnut stock with brass furniture and two cartouches to left side. Swivel ramrod. J.H. inspector mark to left side of barrel along with an H to backstrap and left side of forearm.

Condition: Very good. Finish primarily a smooth grey patina with scattered signs of age, handling wear and patches of pitting. Dings and scuffs present to wood. Action good. Moderately pitted bore. The Bill Bentham Collection.


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Auction Dates
December, 2020
6th Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 5
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Sold on Dec 6, 2020 for: $1,062.50
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