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Lot 307:Two Civil War Era U.S. Martial Percussion Conversion Muskets

February 21st, 2025|Bedford, TX

Lot 307:Two Civil War Era U.S. Martial Percussion Conversion Muskets

February 21st, 2025|Bedford, TX

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$900 - $1,500

A) U.S. Harpers Ferry Model 1816 Musket

"HARPERS/FERRY/1828" vertically marked at the tail of the lock with the Federal Eagle above "US" at the center, no visible date on the barrel tang, partly visible "V/P/eagle head" proofs at the upper left breech of the barrel.

ConditionVery good with brown and gray patina, and some scattered patches of pitting. Stock is also very good as re-oiled, with scattered dents, scratches, small holes, and a few cracks and chips. Absent head on the rear lock screw. Mechanically fine.

Details

ManufacturerHarpers Ferry Armory Muskets And Carbines

Model1816-Musket

TypeRifle

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge69

Barrel42 inch round

Finishbright

Stockwalnut

Bore conditionThe smooth bore is darkened with pitting/corrosion.

Item LocationBedford, TX

B) New Jersey Marked Remington/Frankford Arsenal Maynard Conversion Model 1816 Rifled Musket

"REMINGTON'S/ILION.N.Y./1858/U.S." marked tail of the lock, "1858" dated barrel tang, "N.J" New Jersey marking on the left breech flat.

ConditionGood with brown and gray patina, some scattered patches of pitting, and an added brazed section around the face of the hammer. Stock is also very good as re-oiled, with scattered dents, scratches, small holes, and a few cracks and chips. Absent ram rod. Absent retaining catch for the primer door, otherwise mechanically fine.

Details

ManufacturerE. Remington & Sons

Model1816