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  • Lot #287
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Lot #288

Lot 287: Half Stock Smoothbored Rifle by J.H. Berstro of Buffalo, NY

American Half-Stock Smoothbored Rifle by J.H. Berstro of Buffalo, New York

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: March 6, 2024

Lot 287: Half Stock Smoothbored Rifle by J.H. Berstro of Buffalo, NY

American Half-Stock Smoothbored Rifle by J.H. Berstro of Buffalo, New York

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: March 6, 2024

Estimated Price: $600 - $1,100
Price Realized:
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American Half-Stock Smoothbored Rifle by J.H. Berstro of Buffalo, New York

Manufacturer: American
Model: Percussion
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 45
Barrel: 33 7/8 inch octagon
Finish: brown
Grip:
Stock: maple
Item Views: 1260
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
Rating:

OE - GOOD - some minor replacement parts; metal smoothly rusted or lightly pitted in places, cleaned; principal lettering, numerals and design on metal legible; lightly scratched, bruised or minor cracks repaired; in good working order.

NPRF - NON-PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED/COLD BLUE, ETC.

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

"J.H.BERSTRO/BUFFALO/NY" marked on top of the barrel.

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