Lot 4236:Two Civil War U.S. Percussion Rifles

June 23rd, 2024|Bedford, TX

Lot 4236:Two Civil War U.S. Percussion Rifles

June 23rd, 2024|Bedford, TX

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,800 - $3,000

A) James D. Mowry Model 1861 Rifle-Musket

"1864" dated lock and "1863" dated barrel.

ConditionGood overall with scattered dark freckling and light pitting, chips, cracks and scratches in the stock, with defined edges and markings overall. Mechanically excellent.

Details

ManufacturerMowry James D

ModelPercussion

TypeRifle

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge58

Barrel40 inch round

Finishbright

Stockwalnut

Bore conditionGood - Some light pitting or frosted appearance

Item LocationBedford, TX

B) Whitney Model 1861 "Plymouth" Navy Rifle with Saber Bayonet

Manufactured under a July of 1861 contract, with delivery of 10,000 rifles completed in 1864. "1864" dated lock and "1863" dated barrel. Serial number "7328" marked on the barrel tang. Includes saber bayonet marked "COLLINS & CO" in an arch above "HARTFORD/CONN." on the ricasso and "3895" on the flat of the brass hilt.

ConditionGood overall with scattered dark freckling and light pitting, and scratches and dents in the stock, with defined edges and markings overall. Mechanically fine. Bayonet is fair.

Details

ManufacturerWhitney Arms Company

Model1861

TypeRifle

Serial number

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge69

Barrel34 1/4 inch round

Finishbright

Stockwalnut

Bore conditionSlight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting

Item LocationBedford, TX