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Lot #4186

Lot 4185: Two U.S. Military Breech Loading Rifles

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: October 6, 2024

Lot 4185: Two U.S. Military Breech Loading Rifles

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: October 6, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,800 - $2,750
Price Realized:
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A) Springfield Joslyn Breech Loading Rifle

Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S.
Model: Joslyn
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 50 RF
Barrel: 35 1/2 inch round
Finish: bright/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1037
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Description:

3,007 were assembled in January to June of 1865 utilizing breech units supplied by the Joslyn Firearms Co.

Rating Definition:

Fine, with much of the original finishes, some scattered patches of light pitting and freckling, and refinished wood with a cross-shaped splice on the right of the stock and some minor handling marks. Mechanically excellent.



B) Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle

Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S.
Model: 1884
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 45-70 Government
Barrel: 32 5/8 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1037
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

Manufactured 1885.

Rating Definition:

Good, with mostly brown patina, some protective varnish residue, a few patches of light surface pitting/spotting, and the lightly sanded/reoiled wood having some scattered minor handling marks. Mechanically excellent.



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