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Lot #2342

Lot 2341: Three Antique Long Guns

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 17, 2024

Lot 2341: Three Antique Long Guns

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 17, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,100 - $1,600
Price Realized:
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A) U.S. Harpers Ferry Model 1842 Percussion Musket

Manufacturer: Harpers Ferry Armory Muskets And Carbines
Model: 1842-Musket
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 69
Barrel: 42 inch round
Finish: brown
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 860
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
Description:

"1849" dated lock, sideways "B" carved in left of stock.

Rating Definition:

Good overall as refinished, with brown patina, pitting, wear, cracks and chips. Mechanically fine.



B) Springfield Model 1888 Trapdoor Rifle with Rod Bayonet

Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S.
Model: 1888-Rifle
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 45-70 Government
Barrel: 32 5/8 inch round
Finish: brown
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 860
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

Faint "SWP/1891" cartouche, ramrod bayonet.

Rating Definition:

Good overall with an age darkened applied outer coating, corrosion, handling marks, and chips in the stock. Mechanically excellent.



C) Engraved Back Action Side by Side Percussion Shotgun

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Percussion Double Barrel
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 35 1/2 inch solid rib
Finish: brown
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 860
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
Description:

Light floral engraving.

Rating Definition:

Good overall as refinished, with pitting, wear, handling marks, and a few cracks and chips in the stock with absent wedge escutcheons. Mechanically fine.



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