3280 I.N. JOHNSON MODEL 1842 US PERCUSSION PISTOL.

Category Firearms & Military
Auction Currency USD
Start Price 500.00 USD
Estimated at 1,000.00 - 1,500.00 USD
Cal. 54. NSN. Bbl. 8 1/2" round w/ smooth bore & brass blade sight. Lock forward of hammer is marked "US / I.N. JOHNSON". Bbl. & lock are dated 1855. Band fastened walnut stock w/ brass fittings. Left ear has 2 visible inspector cartouches. Iron swivel ramrod. CONDITION: iron parts are polished bright. Cleaned brass is beginning to acquire a light tarnish. Stock has added varnish over dents & handling marks w/ a crack at sideplate. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (01-24712/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.