Original U.S. Model 1842 Internal Hammer Naval Percussion Pistol by N.P. Ames - dated 1845 Category_Accessories " which he was particularly

" which he was particularly interested in

921 of October 1st 1872 and re-issue #5

Nevertheless we think "the cap fits"

with nice nickel-plated fittings

though they are all missing most of their paint

Original U.S. Model 1842 Internal Hammer Naval Percussion Pistol by N.P. Ames - dated 1845 Category_Accessories " which he was particularlyOriginal Item: Only One Available. This was the first percussion pistol ordered by the U. S. Government and was intended for the U. S. NAVY. 2,000 pieces were ordered from N. P. AMES of Springfield, Massachusetts as the Model of 1842, which were all delivered up until 1847. Each had a . 54" smooth bore barrel of almost 6" and measured almost 12 1 2" in overall length. The locks were fitted with an "internal" hammer on the interior of the lock plate,