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Lot 3341:U.S. Navy N.P. Ames-Wm. Jenks "Mule Ear" Percussion Carbine

December 10th, 2023|Bedford, TX
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Lot 3341:U.S. Navy N.P. Ames-Wm. Jenks "Mule Ear" Percussion Carbine

December 10th, 2023|Bedford, TX
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U.S. Navy N.P. Ames-Wm. Jenks "Mule Ear" Breech Loading Percussion Carbine

Ames manufactured 4,250 of these distinctive "mule ear" breech loading carbines between 1843-1846. The Jenks carbines were originally smoothbores with a round loading aperture. Around 1861, most Jenks carbines were rifled and had the loading aperture enlarged to an oval shape to accept a paper cartridge rather than loose balls and powder. "Wm JENKS" and "U.S.N./RC/P/1845" marked on the top of the barrel at the breech ahead of the loading aperture. Sling ring mounted on the lower tang. Oval script "RC" (Rufus Chandler) and boxed script "JL" (Joseph Lanman) inspection cartouches stamped on the left of the stock.

ConditionVery good, exhibiting a mix of original brown finish and scattered brown patina, with traces of case colors strongest in protected areas, a few mild dings on the breech of the barrel, and defined markings in the metal. The stock is good as lightly sanded and re-oiled, with numerous scattered light scratches and dents, a replacement spliced section on the bottom of the buttstock, and light but legible cartouches. Mechanically fine.
Details
ManufacturerAmes N P Pistols
ModelJenks
TypeRifle
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge54
Barrel24 1/4 inch round
Finishbrown/casehardened
Stockwalnut

Item LocationBedford, TX
Views1287
Catalog page184
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