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Lot 2445:Two Percussion Muskets

February 22nd, 2025|Bedford, TX

Lot 2445:Two Percussion Muskets

February 22nd, 2025|Bedford, TX

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$800 - $1,200

A) French Model 1822 Percussion Conversion Musket

Arsenal updated from flintlock to percussion and fitted with a blade front sight and ladder rear sight. Initials "AJ" carved on the bottom of the stock beneath the lock.

ConditionGood as arsenal converted and subsequently refinished, with brown patina, scattered pitting and wear. Stock is also good with numerous scattered dents, scratches, scuffs and cracks. Hammer does not remain cocked, non-functional, mechanically needs work.

Details

ManufacturerFrench Military Firearms

Model1822-Musket

TypeRifle

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge69

Barrel42 5/8 inch round

Finishbrown

Stockwalnut

Bore conditionThe smooth bore is darkened with pitting/corrosion.

Item LocationBedford, TX

B) Brown Bess Type Musket

Illegible worn lock maker marking above "WARRANTED", with no visible barrel markings.

ConditionFair as refinished/assembled, with brown patina, scattered pitting and wear. Stock is also fair as sanded and re-oiled, with a modified comb area, and numerous scattered dents, scratches, cracks and chips. Broken/absent rear section of the lower tang, absent barrel retaining screw with loose barrel, hammer does not remain cocked, non-functional, mechanically needs work.

Details

ManufacturerUnknown

ModelPercussion Rifle

TypeShotgun