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Lot 4201: J.M. Marlin Ballard Single Shot Rifle with Scope

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 23, 2025

Lot 4201: J.M. Marlin Ballard Single Shot Rifle with Scope

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 23, 2025

Estimated Price: $1,000 - $1,500
Price Realized:
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J.M. Marlin Ballard Single Shot Rifle with Scope

Manufacturer: J.M. Marlin
Model: Ballard
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 32
Barrel: 21 5/8 inch part octagon
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 713
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and has crisp rifling.
Description:

Manufactured c. 1875-1881. Fitted with an unmarked scope (attributed to Sidel) and a part octagon barrel marked "W. BILLINGHURST . ROCHESTER. N.Y." in the ramrod channel underneath and holes for mounting a false muzzle. Includes a metal container with a false muzzle, an empty Union Metallic Cartridge Co. box for 50 .32 Caliber Extra Long Ballard Ammunition, and reloading tools.

Rating Definition:

Very good as customized with much of the original finish, oxidation, and fairly minor overall wear. Mechanically fine. The optics are clear, and the reticle is crisp.



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