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Lot 403: Two British Richard Wilson Flintlock Muskets

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 21, 2025

Lot 403: Two British Richard Wilson Flintlock Muskets

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 21, 2025

Estimated Price: $1,200 - $1,800
Price Realized:
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A) Richard Wilson London Musket

Manufacturer: Wilson
Model: Flintlock
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 67
Barrel: 48 1/8 inch part octagon
Finish: brown
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 796
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The smooth bore is darkened with pitting/corrosion.
Description:

"WILSON" marked vertically at the tail of the lock, "LONDON" marked on top of the breech of the barrel with sunken oval London proofs around a "*/RW" maker marking of Richard Wilson.

Rating Definition:

Good as refinished, with brown patina, scattered pitting and wear. Stock is also good as sanded and re-oiled, with numerous scattered dents, scratches, chips and cracks. Mechanically fine.



B) Richard Wilson London Musket with James Golcher Lock

Manufacturer: Wilson
Model: Flintlock
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 67
Barrel: 48 1/8 inch part octagon
Finish: brown
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 796
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The smooth bore is darkened with pitting/corrosion.
Description:

"LONDON" marked on top of the breech of the barrel with sunken oval London proofs around a "*/RW" maker marking of Richard Wilson, with a James Golcher lock marked "JAS GOLCHER/WARRANTED" at the center.

Rating Definition:

Good as refinished, with brown patina, scattered pitting and wear. Stock is also good as sanded and re-oiled, with numerous scattered dents, scratches, with a few cracks and chips. Mechanically fine.



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