Lot 2103:Two British Proofed Trade Pattern Muskets

February 22nd, 2025|Bedford, TX

Lot 2103:Two British Proofed Trade Pattern Muskets

February 22nd, 2025|Bedford, TX

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,800 - $2,750

A) Allport Trade Style Full-Stock Flintlock Musket

Manufactured c. 1816-1823, "ALLPORT/Late Wth/KETLAND & Co" marked lock, London proofed barrel, Native American style copper tack decoration on wood.

Rating definitionGood as reconverted to flintlock, with mixed grey/brown patina, some light pitting, and re-varnished wood with some minor cracks, chips, and dings. Mechanically excellent.

Details

ManufacturerBritish

ModelFlintlock

TypeShotgun

ClassAntique

Barrel47 1/4 inch part round

Finishbright

Stockhardwood

Item LocationBedford, TX

Bore conditionThe bore is darkened with pitting/oxidation.

B) Trade Pattern Percussion Musket

Lock appears to be marked "HOLMES/UTICA/N.Y.", "LONDON" marked barrel with London proofs, Native American style brass tack and turquoise decoration on wood.

Rating definitionGood, with mix of applied brown finish and dark brown patina, some mild pitting/oxidation, softened markings, and refinished/shortened wood with cracks, repairs, chips. Mechanically functions.

Details

ManufacturerAmerican

ModelPercussion

TypeShotgun

ClassAntique

Barrel42 1/4 inch part round

Finishbrown

Stockhardwood

Item LocationBedford, TX

Bore conditionThe bore is darkened with pitting/oxidation.

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