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Lot 2330:Fenian Brotherhood Inspected Alfred Jenks & Son "Bridesburg" Model 1863 Percussion Rifle-Musket with Bayonet

October 7th, 2021|Rock Island, IL

Lot 2330:Fenian Brotherhood Inspected Alfred Jenks & Son "Bridesburg" Model 1863 Percussion Rifle-Musket with Bayonet

October 7th, 2021|Rock Island, IL

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Estimated Price$1,000 - $1,500

Fenian Brotherhood Inspected Alfred Jenks & Son "Bridesburg" Model 1863 Percussion Rifle-Musket with Bayonet

"1864" dated lock and barrel (faint). "IN" marked left stock flat, indicating ownership by the Fenian Brotherhood who made ineffective raids into Canada (reference p. 331 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms Volume III"). Includes US socket bayonet and modern leather sling. Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Details

ManufacturerBridesburg

Model1863

TypeRifle

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge58

Barrel40 inch round

Finishbright

Stockwalnut

Bore conditionVery Dark - Heavy pitting throughout

Item LocationRock Island, IL