Lot 4320:Two British India Pattern Military Muskets

February 23rd, 2025|Bedford, TX

Lot 4320:Two British India Pattern Military Muskets

February 23rd, 2025|Bedford, TX

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$800 - $1,400

A) British India Pattern Brown Bess Flintlock Musket

Manufactured c. early 19th century. "TOWER" marked tail of the lock with "crown/GR" royal cypher at the center, Birmingham proofs stamped on the breech, and "A/32" marked on top of the buttplate.

Rating definitionGood with scattered spotting/corrosion and pitting, and visible markings in the metal. Stock is fair with numerous scattered insect holes, dents, scratches and cracks. Mechanically fine.

Details

ManufacturerBritish

ModelFlintlock Rifle

TypeRifle

ClassAntique

Barrel39 1/8 inch round

Finishbright

Stockwalnut

Item LocationBedford, TX

Bore conditionThe smooth bore is darkened with pitting.

B) Manton & Co. India Pattern Model F Percussion Musket

"MANTON & Co/LONDON & CALCUTTA" marked lock, Birmingham proofs on the breech, Nepalese type unit markings on top of the buttplate.

Rating definitionVery good with scattered spotting/corrosion and light pitting, and visible markings in the metal. Stock is also very good as sanded and re-oiled, with some light dents and scratches, a few cracks and discreet filled in repairs. Absent bayonet catch piece in the forend, and absent front barrel retainer (barrel is still firmly held in place). Mechanically fine.

Details

ManufacturerManton

ModelPercussion