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Lot 160: Six Single Shot 22 Caliber Rifles

Six Single Shot 22 Caliber Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 10, 2021

Lot 160: Six Single Shot 22 Caliber Rifles

Six Single Shot 22 Caliber Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 10, 2021

Estimated Price: $1,600 - $2,250
Price Realized:
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A) Birmingham Small Arms Martini Falling Block Rifle

Manufacturer: Birmingham small arms co
Model: Martini falling block
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 22 LR
Barrel: 29 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2040
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 17
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Shiny - Very little wear
Rating:

OE - GOOD - some minor replacement parts; metal smoothly rusted or lightly pitted in places, cleaned; principal lettering, numerals and design on metal legible; lightly scratched, bruised or minor cracks repaired; in good working order.

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

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

Relined barrel.

B) Unknown Falling Block Rifle with Scope

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Single Shot
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 22 hornet
Barrel: 26 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2040
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 17
Class: Modern Long Gun
Bore Condition: Bright - Shows little or no wear
Rating:

NE - GOOD- in working condition, wear on working surfaces, finish 40% - 79%, no broken parts, no corrosion or pitting that will interfere with proper functioning, but may have some minor surface pitting. Wood condition commensurable with percent of finish with dings and dents associated with 40% - 79% gun.

Description:

Barrel marked "DEV. CO. INC./WICKLIFFE OHIO". Includes sling and Weaver "V9-1" scope and leather lens caps.

C) Marlin-Ballard Rifle

Manufacturer: Marlin Firearms Co
Model: Ballard-Rifle
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 22
Barrel: 24 inch octagon
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2040
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 17
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Shiny - Very little wear
Rating:

OD - VERY GOOD- all original parts; none to 30% original finish; original metal surfaces smooth with all edges sharp; clear lettering, numerals and design on metal; wood slightly scratched or bruised.

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

Description:

Manufactured 1876 to 1891. Relined replacement barrel.

D) J. Stevens Arms Co. Model 1915 Favorite Takedown Rifle

Manufacturer: Stevens J Arms Co
Model: 1915
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 22 LR
Barrel: 23 7/8 inch octagon
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2040
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 17
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Shiny - Very little wear
Rating:

ND - VERY GOOD- in working condition, 80% finish or better, appreciable wear on working surfaces 80% - 89%, no corrosion or pitting, minor surface dents or scratches. Wood condition commensurable with percent of finish with dings and dents associated with 80% - 89% gun.

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

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

E) Hopkins & Allen Merwin, Hulbert & Co. Junior Rifle

Manufacturer: Hopkins & Allen
Model: Single Shot
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 22
Barrel: 22 1/8 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2040
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 17
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
Rating:

NF - FAIR- 0% - 40% with generally smooth finish, may have mild cleaning yet not deeply pitted, but well worn, replacement of minor parts may need mechanical adjustments, may have rust and may have corrosion pits which do not render article unsafe or inoperable. In working condition. Wood condition commensurable with percent of finish with dings and dents associated with 0% - 40% gun.

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

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

F) Stevens Favorite Rifle

Manufacturer: Stevens J Arms Co
Model: Single Shot
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 22 LR
Barrel: 22 inch part octagon
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2040
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 17
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Rating:

OE - GOOD - some minor replacement parts; metal smoothly rusted or lightly pitted in places, cleaned; principal lettering, numerals and design on metal legible; lightly scratched, bruised or minor cracks repaired; in good working order.

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

Manufactured in 1893-1916.

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