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  • Auction Catalog #1043
  • Lot #2160
Lot #2159
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Lot 2160: Two American Military Long Arms

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 22, 2023

Lot 2160: Two American Military Long Arms

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 22, 2023

Estimated Price: $2,000 - $3,000
Price Realized:
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A) L. Pomeroy 1808 U.S. Contract Flintlock Musket

Manufacturer: Pomeroy L
Model: 1808
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 69
Barrel: 41 3/8 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 596
Item Interest: Average
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:

"L. POMEROY/PITTSFIELD" marked on the lock. "P M/S.J 1808" marked on the breech of the barrel.

B) U.S. Springfield Model 1879 Trapdoor Rifle

Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S.
Model: 1879
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 45-70 Government
Barrel: 32 5/8 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 596
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
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:

"SWP/1883" cartouche. Numbers carved in the left of the barrel beneath the rear sight, "ARM" carved in the left of the buttstock.

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