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Lot 4278:Two American Half-Stock Percussion Rifles

October 6th, 2024|Bedford, TX

Lot 4278:Two American Half-Stock Percussion Rifles

October 6th, 2024|Bedford, TX

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,300 - $1,900

A) J. Young Half-Stock Rifle

Manufactured c. mid-19th century. The barrel is marked "J. YOUNG" in an engraved panel. The consignor indicated they had the rifle reworked by Warren Sellke, including fitting a new L&R lock, drum, and nipple.

ConditionGood as reworked with mostly dark brown patina, mild oxidation/pitting, and general mild overall wear. Mechanically fine.

Details

ManufacturerYoung

ModelHalf Stock

TypeRifle

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge45

Barrel40 inch octagon

Finishbrown

Stockcurly maple

Bore conditionSlight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting

Item LocationBedford, TX

B) Half-Stock Rifle

Manufactured c. 1840s-1870s. No visible markings.

ConditionGood with dark brown patina, moderate pitting at the breech and lock, repairs and some cracks and chips on the stock, and moderate wear. Mechanically fine.

Details

ManufacturerAmerican

ModelPercussion

TypeRifle

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge42

Barrel36 inch octagon

Finishbrown

Stockcurly maple

Bore conditionVery Dark - Heavy pitting throughout

Item LocationBedford, TX