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  • Auction Catalog #2078
  • Lot #481
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Lot 481: Two Unknown Black Powder Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: October 18, 2023

Lot 481: Two Unknown Black Powder Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: October 18, 2023

Estimated Price: $400 - $600
Price Realized:
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A) Unknown Flintlock Rifle

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Flintlock Rifle
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 45
Barrel: 42 inch octagon
Finish: black
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 1287
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Rating:

ND - VERY GOOD- in working condition, 80% finish or better, appreciable wear on working surfaces 80% - 89%, no corrosion or pitting, minor surface dents or scratches. Wood condition commensurable with percent of finish with dings and dents associated with 80% - 89% gun.

Description:

"I.N.R.I." and "M.A. MEESE" marked on top of barrel. Includes a replacement lock converting the rifle to percussion.

B) Unknown Percussion Rifle

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Percussion Rifle
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 32
Barrel: 39 inch octagon
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 1287
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Rating:

NE - GOOD- in working condition, wear on working surfaces, finish 40% - 79%, no broken parts, no corrosion or pitting that will interfere with proper functioning, but may have some minor surface pitting. Wood condition commensurable with percent of finish with dings and dents associated with 40% - 79% gun.

Description:

"HARRY RIFE", "G.R. DOUGLAS" and "1987" stamped into the barrel. "HARRY C. RIFE" signed into the barrel and the patch box.

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