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Lot #112

Lot 111: Two U.S. Percussion Muskets

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: October 4, 2022

Lot 111: Two U.S. Percussion Muskets

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: October 4, 2022

Estimated Price: $800 - $1,300
Price Realized:
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A) Mexican-American War Era U.S. Springfield Model 1842 Musket

Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S.
Model: 1842-Musket
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 69
Barrel: 42 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 957
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
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:

"1845" dated lock and barrel tang. Hole drilled in buttstock.

B) Cadet Style Musket

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Percussion Rifle
Type: Musket
Gauge: 57
Barrel: 40 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 957
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
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:

Unmarked lock, fitted with a U.S. Springfield 1851 Cadet musket barrel dated "1853" with "V/P/Eagle head" proofs.

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