Description U.S. H. Aston Model 1842 in .54 caliber with a single round capacity and a 8.5″ barrel. Brass pistol grip bottom plate, trigger guard, and backstrap. Blued untextured trigger, lock plate, checkered hammer, push/cleaning rod and barrel. Front fixed blade sight. Left side stock located inspector marks: JJC, HCJ. Barrel Stamped JH, US GWP. Top Strap Stamps H, Bottom Strap Marked W. Made in Middletown Connecticut, Dated 1850 on Lock and Barrel. Blackpowder cap and ball, No FFL required and ships to buyers home. Condition: Antique Fine+ to Excellent with good patina, good function, some original finish remaining. The smooth bore has a moderate grain. Barrel Length: 8.5″ Serial: NVSN Manufacturer: H. Aston Year: 1850 Caliber: .54 Model: 1842