October 22-23, 2019 Extraordinary, Sporting & Collector Firearms
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/22/2019
This style is sometimes referred to as the Model 1843 Navy pistol. This variation is the very scarce and earliest model featuring a beveled lockplate. Only 300 of these were made before the design was changed to a flat lock. The barrel tang is dated 1842 and is otherwise unmarked. The lock is marked "N.P. AMES / SPRINGFIELD / MASS" in the center and "U.S.N. / 1842" at the tail. There are no inspectors markings on this gun. Plain walnut stock with brass standard 1842 Navy furniture. Swivel ramrod. CONDITION: Retains a pleasing patina overall with some areas of light rust and pitting, iron components retain a grey mottles patina. Markings are clear. Wood shows wear and scattered marks from use. There is a crack and some small chips out around the lock retaining screw. Brass retains a mellow mustard patina, some scattered marks from use. Functions well. This example is considered to be one of the best by many important martial pistol collectors. DG
Caliber/Bore
.54 Smoothbore