Antique ASA WATERS U.S. Model 1836 .54 Caliber Smoothbore FLINTLOCK Pistol STANDARD ISSUE of the MEXICAN-AMERICAN WAR!

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Antique ASA WATERS U.S. Model 1836 .54 Caliber Smoothbore FLINTLOCK Pistol

STANDARD ISSUE of the MEXICAN-AMERICAN WAR!

Here we present an antique A.H. Waters U.S. Model 1836 Flintlock Pistol, manufactured in 1837. There were actually two manufacturers of these guns: Asa Waters and Robert Johnson. Combined, the production totals 41,000 guns. This was the last U.S. martial pistol to use the flintlock system, and many consider this the best of all U.S. flint guns due to its craftsmanship and aesthetic appeal. The gun is historically significant as this was the primary issue pistol during the Mexican American War (1846-1848) and was even significantly used during the American Civil War (1861-1865), especially in the percussion converted format.

The barrel, ramrod, swivel, barrel band, trigger guard, buttcap and back strap were “national armory bright”. The lock plate, reinforced hammer, frizzen, barrel tang and trigger were color casehardened. The lock plate has a removable brass pan. The stock is straight grain, oil-finished black walnut. The lock plate has an eagle head above “A. WATERS/MILBURY. MS./1837.” The left side of the barrel has “U.S./JH/P.” Single Letter Ordnance sub-inspection marks are stamped on most components. The left stock flat is faintly stamped with the Ordnance sub-inspectors and final inspector’s marks which I believe consists of the script initials “JH” and “HKC” Joseph Hannis and Major Henry Knox Craig.

The overall condition is very good. Strong action. The bore is in good shape for its age. Clear markings. “1837” dated lock. Solid stock/grip with expected handling wear. Two cartouches remain on the left wrist. “US/JH/P” is marked atop the barrel.

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Barrel is 8-1/2 inches.

Caliber: .54 Flintlock

Overall condition as seen in photos.

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$3425
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