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Lot #103

Lot 102: Two Antique American Single Shot Rifles

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 16, 2024

Lot 102: Two Antique American Single Shot Rifles

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 16, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,600 - $2,500
Price Realized:
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A) Sharps Model 1878 Borchardt Rifle

Manufacturer: Sharps Rifle Manufacturing Company
Model: 1878 Borchardt
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 45
Barrel: 32 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1505
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Shiny - Very little wear
Description:

Manufactured in 1878-1881, front sight dovetail filled, barrel drilled and tapped for scope blocks, wood replaced.

Rating Definition:

Good overall with much of the refinished blue, mild wear, and some scattered minor dings in the replacement wood. Mechanically excellent.



B) Massachusetts Arms Co. Maynard Percussion Rifle

Manufacturer: Massachusetts Arms Co
Model: Maynard
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 40
Barrel: 24 inch part octagon
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1505
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

Manufactured c. 1863-1865, checkering added to wrist, bent/replaced front sight blade.

Rating Definition:

Good overall with traces of the refinished blue, some scattered light pitting, and some minor dings and chips in the refinished stock. Mechanically fine.



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