M1836 R. JOHNSON PERCUSSION PISTOL DATED 1838: Conversion from flintlock, stamped US, R. JOHNSON, MIDDN CONN, 1838. .54 caliber, 8 1/2'' round barrel. Single cartouch on walnut stock opposite lockplate. Engraved hammer. Please note entire gun has been lacquered or varnished, metal appears clean (no pitting) under lacquer, missing brace and ring for cleaning rod. Measures approx. 14'' overall length.