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Lot 32: Two Mule Ear Rifles

Two Mule Ear Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 4, 2007

Lot 32: Two Mule Ear Rifles

Two Mule Ear Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 4, 2007

Estimated Price: $1,000 - $1,500
Price Realized:
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A) Unidentified Mule Ear Superposed Rifle

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Over/Under
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 40-50
Barrel: 27-3/4 inch round
Finish: brown
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 754
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 7
Class: Antique
Rating:

OF - FAIR- some major parts replaced; minor replacement parts may be required; metal rusted, may be lightly pitted all over, vigorously cleaned; rounded edges of metal and wood; principal lettering, numerals and design on metal partly obliterated; wood scratched, bruised, cracked or repaired where broken; in fair working order or can be easily repaired and placed in working order.

Description:

No visible markings. The lower barrel is not rifled. Repaired at the wrist. Right ramrod replaced. Top hammer spring soft.

B) Marsh Mule Ear Rifle

Manufacturer: I. Marsh
Model: Mule Ear
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 42
Barrel: 34-3/16 inch octagon
Finish: brown
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 754
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 7
Class: Antique
Rating:

NPRF - NON-PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED/COLD BLUE, ETC.

Description:

Marked "I. MARSH" on the side of the hammer. All sights have been replaced, along with the ramrod. The barrel and stock have been refinished.

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