U.S. H. Aston Model 1842 Percussion Pistol

U.S. H. Aston Model 1842 percussion pistol with 1851 dated lock and 1852 dated barrel tang. The barrel has "MS" between the "US/SM/P" proof and inspection marks and the tang, and has "JH" on the left at the breech. There are two cartouches, "WN" and "WAT" and a small "JH" stamp on the left stock flat. There are also "N" and "H" inspection marks on other components. This pistol is in very good condition, with gray and brown patina, mild pitting, and mild overall wear on the metal and a refinished stock. Per included research notes (Doc 64), the initials “WN” are those of Walter North, an armory sub-inspector (1859-1863). The initials “WAT” are those of William Anderson Thornton, Captain, U.S.A., who inspected 1840 muskets, Ames, Aston, R. Johnson, and Waters pistols, and Massachusetts Arms – Adams, Remington Beals, Savage, Colt Patterson, Walker, and Dragoon revolvers (1840-1861).
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