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Lot 4237: Two Civil War Era Austrian 1854 Lorenz Military Long Arms

Two Civil War Era Austrian Model 1854 Lorenz Percussion Military Long Arms

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 23, 2025

Lot 4237: Two Civil War Era Austrian 1854 Lorenz Military Long Arms

Two Civil War Era Austrian Model 1854 Lorenz Percussion Military Long Arms

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 23, 2025

Estimated Price: $800 - $1,300
Price Realized:
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A) Austrian Model 1854 Lorenz Rifle

Manufacturer: Austrian
Model: 1854
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 54
Barrel: 37 3/8 inch part round
Finish: brown
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 573
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is darkened with corrosion/pitting and visible rifling.
Description:

"860" (1860) dated lock. Many of these were imported for use during the American Civil War.

Rating Definition:

Good as refinished, with brown patina, scattered pitting. Stock is also good, with discoloration, numerous scattered dents, scratches and nicks. Mechanically fine.



B) Austrian Model 1854 Lorenz Smoothbored Rifle

Manufacturer: Austrian
Model: 1854
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 58
Barrel: 37 3/8 inch part round
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 573
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The smooth bore is darkened with pitting.
Description:

"859" (1859) dated lock. Many of these were imported for use during the American Civil War. Converted to smoothbore.

Rating Definition:

Good with gray and brown patina, scattered freckling and light pitting, and modified filed top of the hammer. Stock is also good as sanded and re-oiled, with discoloration, some scattered light scratches and nicks, and a chip visible behind the lock area. Two absent barrel bands, one absent barrel band retaining spring, absent sling swivel on the trigger guard. Mechanically fine.



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