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Lot #4236
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Lot 4237: Two Massachusetts Arms Co. Maynard Single Shot Sporting Rifles

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: June 23, 2024

Lot 4237: Two Massachusetts Arms Co. Maynard Single Shot Sporting Rifles

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: June 23, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,600 - $2,500
Price Realized:
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A) Massachusetts Arms Co. Model 1882 Maynard Centerfire Rifle with Malcolm Scope

Manufacturer: Massachusetts Arms Co
Model: 1882
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 25 CF
Barrel: 28 inch part octagon
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 903
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Shiny - Very little wear
Description:

Manufactured c. 1882-1890. Globe front sight, elevation adjustable ladder tang peep sight, and vintage William Malcolm scope serial numbered "4580" on top below the maker marking. Modern replacement barrel marked "JDB" (John D. Bly) on the left.

Rating Definition:

Very good with original finish, modern replacement barrel, and freckling with smooth gray patina on the frame. Stock is good with scattered scratches and dents. Mechanically excellent. Scope is very good, with hazy but viewable optics.



B) Massachusetts Arms Co. Maynard Model 1865 Rimfire Rifle

Manufacturer: Massachusetts Arms Co
Model: Maynard
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 38 RF
Barrel: 26 inch part octagon
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 903
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

Although so mentioned in later Maynard catalogs as the "Model 1865", these rifles were manufactured c. 1863-1865 simultaneous with the wartime carbines, with some manufactured post war utilizing incomplete actions of military carbines. "1865" marked on the lower tang. Lyman blade front sight with white bead, adjustable buckhorn notch rear sight on the barrel, and modern replacement elevation adjustable ladder tang peep sight.

Rating Definition:

Very good with some original finish, brown patina, freckling, oxidation, and some dings on the barrel. Stock is also very good, with dents and scratches. Mechanically very good.



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