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Original U.S. Model 1836 Flintlock Cavalry Pistol by Asa Waters of Milbury Massachusetts - Dated 1840

Regular price $1,295.00

Item Description

Original Item: Only One Available. Adopted in 1836, the production of this model continued until 1844, and this flintlock pistol intended for Cavalry was widely used in the Mexican/American War. A total of almost 41,000 units were produced. This example was made by Asa H. Waters of Milbury, Massachusetts, and very faintly marked on the lock:

(Eagle Head)
A. WATERS
MILBURY MS.
1840

Comes complete with its "trapped" swivel Ram Rod for easier use by mounted cavalry troops when reloading. This is a an early example, only the fourth year of production, and has maker markings different from those seen later in the production run. The pistol measures 14" overall, with a smooth bore barrel of 8 1/2".

All steel mounted, the only brass components are the brass powder pan and the brass fore sight. In nice condition overall with a deep patina on the steel components. The stock is in good condition, though it does show wear, with dents and small dings. Has very nice clear US inspector cartouches on the left side of the firearm stock. The lock itself functions, holding at half cock, but can be and can fired from half cock. It doe snot hold at full cock.

A nice example of this hard to find pistol, still in its original flintlock configuration, ready to display!

Specifications:

Years of Manufacture: 1840
Caliber: .54" Pistol
Ammunition Type: Lead Ball & Powder
Overall Length: 14 Inches
Barrel Length: 8 1/2 Inches
Action: Flintlock Side Action
Feed System: Muzzle-Loaded

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