{"product_id":"original-u-s-model-1836-flintlock-cavalry-pistol-by-asa-waters-converted-to-percussion-dated-1842","title":"Original U.S. Model 1836 Flintlock Cavalry Pistol by Asa Waters Converted to Percussion - dated 1840","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal 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 before being replaced by the M-1842 Percussion pistol. Many flintlock pistols were later converted to percussion, such as this example.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example was made by \u003cstrong\u003eAsa H. Waters\u003c\/strong\u003e of \u003cstrong\u003eMilbury, Massachusetts\u003c\/strong\u003e, and is still clearly marked on the lock:-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(Eagle Head)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA. WATERS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMILBURY MS.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1840\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComes complete with its \"trapped\" swivel Ram Rod for easier use by mounted cavalry troops when reloading, though it does look to be a fabricated replacement. The pistol measures 14\" overall, with a smooth bore barrel of 8 1\/2\", and unfortunately due to powder burn we can no longer read the inspection proofs on the barrel. Some years after production, probably in the early 1850s, it was converted to percussion, after which it only saw long use, most likely in the Civil War. There are still the remains of the brass pan attached to the lock plate, as is correct. The barrel is a \"cone-in-barrel\" or \"Belgian\" style conversion, with the cap nipple cone attached directly to the barrel.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pistol is all steel mounted, the only brass components are the remnants of the brass powder pan and the brass fore sight. In nice condition overall with a nice oxidized gray patina on the steel components, showing some surface oxidation, and some more advanced corrosion near the cap nipple cone due to powder burn. The lock functions correctly, holding half-cock and dry firing at full.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stock is in good condition, with the expected wear from long service. The metal components are somewhat \"proud\" over the wood now due to wear, and there is also a chunk of wood missing just to the front of the lock. This is a bit smoothed over, so it looks to have seen additional service after this. There is also a small crack running from the rear lock screw to the breech area, a very common occurrence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA very nice percussion converted example of a U.S. Martial pistol with a lovely patina of age, ready to display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYears of Manufacture: 1840 - converted later\u003cbr\u003eCaliber: .54\" Pistol\u003cbr\u003eAmmunition Type: Lead Ball \u0026amp; Powder\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 14 Inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBarrel Length: 8 1\/2 Inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAction: Flintlock Side Action\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeed System: Muzzle-Loaded\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTE: International orders of antique firearms MUST be shipped using UPS WW Services (courier). USPS Priority Mail international will not accept these. International customers should always consult their country's antique gun laws prior to ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42382934212677,"sku":"ONSV8566A","price":750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/ONSV8566__01.jpg?v=1739978773","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-u-s-model-1836-flintlock-cavalry-pistol-by-asa-waters-converted-to-percussion-dated-1842","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}