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

"1845" dated lock, "1851" dated barrel. Initials that appear to read "VO", "B" and "H" carved on the left of the buttstock, "JJ" carved on the left stock flat, and "AHJ" (J carved three times) on the right of the buttstock.

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.

Manufactured by J.T. Hodge and A. M. Burton circa 1863-1864. "U.S./TRENTON" marked lock. "1864" dated lock and barrel.