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  • Auction Catalog #1046
  • Lot #4305
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Lot 4305: Two American Muzzleloading Percussion Rifles

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: June 23, 2024

Lot 4305: Two American Muzzleloading Percussion Rifles

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: June 23, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,400 - $2,250
Price Realized:
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A) Klay & Kibele Marked Half-Stock Rifle

Manufacturer: American
Model: Percussion
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 36
Barrel: 36 1/4 inch octagon
Finish: brown
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 821
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

Louis Kibele (1861-1942) and Andrew Klay (1855-1932) worked together at the latter's foundry in Bluffton, Ohio.

Rating Definition:

Good with traces of original finish, dark patina, mild pitting, absent rear sight, and general moderate wear, including smoothing of the checkering, and some cracks and chips in the stock. Mechanically fine.



B) S. Jackson "Mule Ear" Full-Stock Rifle

Manufacturer: Jackson, S
Model: Percussion Rifle
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 42
Barrel: 35 3/4 inch octagon
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: curly maple
Item Views: 821
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

From Stillman Jackson (1806-1869) of Palmyra, New York. The consignor's notes indicate this rifle was purchased from Mike D'Ambra. Provenance: The Mike D'Ambra Collection; Property of a Gentleman

Rating Definition:

Good with mostly dark brown patina, some blue on the upper tang, mild pitting, and general mild overall wear including some thin cracks in the stock. Mechanically fine.



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