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Lot 301: Two U.S. Contract Percussion Long Guns

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: October 4, 2024

Lot 301: Two U.S. Contract Percussion Long Guns

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: October 4, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,400 - $2,000
Price Realized:
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A) Springfield Model 1863 Rifle Musket

Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S.
Model: 1863
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 58
Barrel: 40 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1062
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

"1864" dated lock and barrel, faint "ESA" cartouche on left flat.

Rating Definition:

Fine, with mostly bright grey patina, scattered light pitting, and some scattered minor handling marks on the refinished wood. Mechanically excellent.



B) E. Whitney U.S. Model 1841 Percussion "Mississippi Rifle"

Manufacturer: Whitney Arms Company
Model: 1841
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 58
Barrel: 33 inch round
Finish: brown/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1062
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
Description:

"1844" dated lock, brass ring adapter for saber bayonet, barrel bored smooth to .58 caliber.

Rating Definition:

Good, with traces of brown finish mixed with brown patina, some light-mild pitting, and scattered minor chips and handling marks on the refinished wood. Mechanically excellent.



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