{"product_id":"original-u-s-model-1836-flintlock-cavalry-pistol-by-robert-johnson-of-middletown-connecticut-with-inspector-cartouches-dated-1844-unconverted","title":"Original U.S. Model 1836 Flintlock Cavalry Pistol by Robert Johnson of Middletown, Connecticut with Inspector Cartouches, Dated 1844, Unconverted","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an original U.S. Model 1836 flintlock cavalry pistol manufactured by \u003cstrong\u003eRobert Johnson of Middletown\u003c\/strong\u003e, Connecticut and dated \u003cstrong\u003e1844\u003c\/strong\u003e. It remains in its original unconverted flintlock configuration and retains its captured swivel ramrod, inspector markings, and two stock cartouches. As a late production example, it represents the final years of U.S. martial flintlock pistol manufacture before percussion arms became standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an antique black powder firearm manufactured before 1899. Under federal law, it may generally be owned within the United States without a special license or permit and does not require transfer through a Federal Firearms Licensee. However, state and local laws may vary. This firearm is sold solely as a historical collector’s item and has not been test fired or inspected for firing safety by a professional gunsmith. Any mechanical or bore observations provided below describe only its present condition and should not be interpreted as confirmation that the firearm is safe to load or fire. The purchaser is solely responsible for complying with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdopted 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. Large numbers were later altered to percussion ignition, making surviving examples that retain their original flintlock configuration especially interesting to collectors of early U.S. martial arms. This is a very late production example, probably one of the last flintlocks to be produced before the factory switched to M-1842 production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lock plate is clearly marked:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eU.S.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eR. JOHNSON\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMIDDN CONN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1844\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eidentifying manufacture by Robert Johnson of Middletown, Connecticut. The 1844 date places this pistol at the end of Model 1836 production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe left side of the barrel breech is marked:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eU.S.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eJ H\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ewith J H identifying inspector James Harris, who inspected R. Johnson and I.N. Johnson pistols from 1837-1851. There is an vertically oriented script oval cartouche on the left side of the stock behind the side plate:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003efor the same inspector. A bit farther down above the trigger, the stock also carries a vertically oriented oval script :\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWAT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ecartouche attributed to Captain William Anderson Thornton, U.S. Army, who worked from 1841 to 1861, inspecting various small arms, specifically including pistols from Ames, \u003cstrong\u003eR. Johnson\u003c\/strong\u003e, Aston, and Waters. Both markings are consistent with inspection of U.S. martial pistols of the period by Johnson.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pistol measures approximately 14\" overall and has an 8 1\/2\" smoothbore barrel. It retains the original captured swivel ramrod designed to remain attached to the pistol during loading, an especially useful feature for mounted troops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pistol is predominantly steel mounted, with the brass pan and brass front sight providing the principal exceptions. The lock presently functions correctly during manual inspection, holding at half cock and releasing from full cock. These observations describe only its present mechanical condition and should not be interpreted as confirmation that the pistol is safe to load or fire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe metalwork is in very good condition overall and shows evidence of past cleaning and polishing. Most surfaces now display a bright aged patina with scattered staining, light peppering, and small areas of oxidation consistent with long service and storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe walnut stock is also in very good condition and shows attractive red brown color with visible grain. It has been cleaned and polished in the past and retains light handling and service wear. A small crack is present near the lower lock screw, a common stress point on pistols of this pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stock cartouches remain mostly crisp and legible, and there is no obvious evidence of major stock repair or structural rebuilding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its 1844 dated Robert Johnson lock, original unconverted flintlock configuration, captured swivel ramrod, U.S. \/ J H \/ P barrel markings, WAT stock cartouche, and well preserved walnut stock, this is a strong late production example of the U.S. Model 1836 cavalry pistol. The past cleaning, scattered staining and peppering, and small crack near the lower lock screw are all fully disclosed. It would fit especially well in a Model 1836, Mexican-American War era, early U.S. martial pistol, Robert Johnson, or advanced Federal period firearms collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYears of Manufacture: 1844\u003cbr\u003eMaker: Robert Johnson\u003cbr\u003eModel: 1836 Flintlock Cavalry Pistol\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\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFederal Classification: Pre-1899 Antique\u003c\/span\u003e\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":45791344951365,"sku":"ONJR26OL0149","price":1795.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/ONJR26OL0149.jpg?v=1789745744","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-u-s-model-1836-flintlock-cavalry-pistol-by-robert-johnson-of-middletown-connecticut-with-inspector-cartouches-dated-1844-unconverted","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}