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Lot 300: Two Civil War Era U.S. Percussion Conversion Muskets

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: October 4, 2024

Lot 300: Two Civil War Era U.S. Percussion Conversion Muskets

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: October 4, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,200 - $1,800
Price Realized:
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A) Harpers Ferry Model 1816 "Belgian Conversion" Percussion Musket

Manufacturer: Harpers Ferry Armory Muskets And Carbines
Model: 1816-Musket
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 69
Barrel: 42 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1250
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

"1838" dated lockplate and barrel tang, three cartouches on left flat.

Rating Definition:

Fine, with mostly brown patina, some light oxidation, and some scattered minor handling marks on the wood. Mechanically excellent



B) Hewes & Phillips Pattern Bolster Conversion Springfield Model 1816 Musket

Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S.
Model: 1816
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 69
Barrel: 42 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1250
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Description:

"1838" dated lock, "89" marked on right of barrel and top edge of lock, faint cartouche and carved markings on the left of the wood.

Rating Definition:

Very good, with mostly bright grey patina, some scattered patches of light freckling/surface pitting, and some scattered minor handling marks on the refinished wood. Mechanically excellent.



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