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Lot 328: Two Signed Percussion American Long Rifles

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 16, 2024

Lot 328: Two Signed Percussion American Long Rifles

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 16, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,000 - $1,500
Price Realized:
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A) J.M. Watson American Long Rifle

Manufacturer: Watson
Model: Full
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 45
Barrel: 40 inch octagon
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: maple
Item Views: 1030
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

Barrel marked "J.M. WATSON/ALTOONA. PA." Watson was active as a gun and sporting goods dealer in the 1880s.

Rating Definition:

Fair with heavy pitting at the breech, dark patina, and moderate wear, including chips, hairline cracks, and repairs on the stock. Mechanically fine.



B) How Signed American Long Rifle

Manufacturer: American
Model: Percussion
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 44
Barrel: 38 1/4 inch octagon
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: maple
Item Views: 1030
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

"I. HOW" or "J. HOW" signed barrel. "BENEDICT/& ROBY/WARRANTED" marked lock.

Rating Definition:

Fair with dark patina, mild pitting, poor lock fit, and chips, cracks, and repairs in the stock. Mechanically fine.



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