Lot 4151: Civil War U.S. Whitney 1861 "Plymouth" Navy Rifle with Bayonet
Civil War U.S. Whitney Model 1861 "Plymouth" Navy Percussion Rifle with Saber Bayonet
Auction Date: February 16, 2023
Lot 4151: Civil War U.S. Whitney 1861 "Plymouth" Navy Rifle with Bayonet
Civil War U.S. Whitney Model 1861 "Plymouth" Navy Percussion Rifle with Saber Bayonet
Auction Date: February 16, 2023
Estimated Price: $4,500 - $6,500
Price Realized: 
Civil War U.S. Whitney Model 1861 "Plymouth" Navy Percussion Rifle with Saber Bayonet
Manufacturer: Whitney Arms Company
Model: 1861
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 69
Barrel: 34 1/4 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 215
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number: 
Class: Antique
Rating:
OB - EXCELLENT- all original parts; over 80% original finish; sharp lettering, numerals and design on metal; unmarred wood.
WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN
Description:
Manufactured under a July of 1861 contract, with delivery of 10,000 rifles completed in 1864. "1863" dated lock and barrel. Serial number "3559" marked on the barrel tang. Includes saber bayonet with a 22 1/2 inch polished steel blade marked "COLLINS & CO" in an arch above "HARTFORD/CONN." on the ricasso and "9124" on the flat of the brass hilt, and leather scabbard with brass ends.
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