(A) JOHNSON MODEL 1842 US PERCUSSION PISTOL.

This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 7/7/2025

Made for three years in Middletown Conn. This example is dated 1853 on lock with and stamped "US / I. N. JOHNSON". Left side of barrel has the SK inspector stamp for Samuel Knous, with US and proof P. Features iron hardware with brass furniture, single barrel band, swivel ramrod and a small brass front sight. CONDITION: Very good. Brass was cleaned. Iron is a smooth patina. All legends are legible. Stock shows no visible cartouche and has some added finish with hairline at wrist and a chip at hammer. Working order.

Name

Value

Barrel Length

8 - 1/2"

Caliber/Bore

.54 Smoothbore

FFL Status

Antique

Manufacturer

Johnson

Model

1842