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Lot #2367

Lot 2366: G.F. Metzger Swedish Flintlock Hunting Gun

18th Century Engraved, Gold Inlaid, Silver Mounted, and Carved Swedish G.F. Metzger Flintlock Smoothbore Hunting Gun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 11, 2021

Lot 2366: G.F. Metzger Swedish Flintlock Hunting Gun

18th Century Engraved, Gold Inlaid, Silver Mounted, and Carved Swedish G.F. Metzger Flintlock Smoothbore Hunting Gun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 11, 2021

Estimated Price: $3,000 - $5,000
Price Realized:
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18th Century Engraved, Gold Inlaid, Silver Mounted, and Carved Swedish G.F. Metzger Flintlock Smoothbore Hunting Gun

Manufacturer: European
Model: Flintlock
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 64
Barrel: 36 1/2 inch round
Finish: bright/gold
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1381
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 98
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
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.

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

By Gottfried F. Metzger of Stockholm (1738-1809). The consignor informs us that he believed this gun came from the W. Keith Neal Collection.

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