{"product_id":"original-u-s-model-1836-flintlock-cavalry-pistol-by-asa-waters-converted-to-percussion-with-stock-cartouches-dated-1844","title":"Original U.S. Model 1836 Flintlock Cavalry Pistol by Asa Waters Converted to Percussion with Stock Cartouches - dated 1844","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.H. WATERS \u0026amp; Co\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMILBURY MASS.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1844\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. This has the later pattern markings, and was probably one of the last Model 1836 pistols made, as it was made during the last year of production, and Waters does not appear to have produced many of the later Model 1842 Percussion pistols.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pistol measures 14\" overall, with a smooth bore barrel of 8 1\/2\". These originally were marked with proofs on the breech end of the barrel, however there is a good amount of powder burn on this example, so all that remains is an \"H\" on the left facet. Some years after production, probably in the early 1850s, it was converted to percussion, after which it only saw a good amount of 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 very nice condition overall with a nice polished bright finish on the steel components, showing just a bit of light staining, particularly on the lock and hammer. The lock functions correctly, holding half-cock and dry firing at full.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stock is in very good condition, with the expected wear from service, including dents, dings, and scrapes. There are however no cracks or major damage that we can see. The grain is lovely, and the surface has a very nice glow. It does not look to have been refurbished at any time, and is still marked at the rear of the flat portion of the stock with a stylized oval \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, the inspection mark for John Hannis, who inspected Waters Pistols from 1838-1862. Below this it is marked vertically with a stylized oval \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWAT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, indicating inspection by Captain William Anderson Thornton, who worked from 1841 to 1861, inspecting various small arms, specifically including pistols from Aston, Waters, and Johnson.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lovely percussion converted example of this pistol in great condition, ready to display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYears of Manufacture: 1844 - converted later\u003cbr\u003eCaliber: .54\" Pistol\u003cbr\u003eAmmunition Type: Lead Ball \u0026amp; Powder\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 14 Inches\u003cbr\u003eBarrel Length: 8 1\/2 Inches\u003cbr\u003eAction: Flintlock Side Action\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":43234039169093,"sku":"ONJR25JUGCW17","price":1295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/ONJR25JUGCW17__02.jpg?v=1753737870","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-u-s-model-1836-flintlock-cavalry-pistol-by-asa-waters-converted-to-percussion-with-stock-cartouches-dated-1844","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}