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Lot #197

Lot 196: Art Holly Swivel Breech Double Barrel Flintlock Rifle

Attractive Contemporary Engraved, elaborately Silver Inlaid, and Incise Carved Swivel Breech Superposed Barrel Flintlock American Long Rifle by Art Holly

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: August 23, 2024

Lot 196: Art Holly Swivel Breech Double Barrel Flintlock Rifle

Attractive Contemporary Engraved, elaborately Silver Inlaid, and Incise Carved Swivel Breech Superposed Barrel Flintlock American Long Rifle by Art Holly

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: August 23, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,500 - $2,500
Price Realized:
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Attractive Contemporary Engraved, elaborately Silver Inlaid, and Incise Carved Swivel Breech Superposed Barrel Flintlock American Long Rifle by Art Holly

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Flintlock Rifle
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 45
Barrel: 34 7/8 inch octagon
Finish: brown/bright/silver
Grip:
Stock: maple
Item Views: 1997
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 203
Class: Antique
Description:

This beautiful rifle was built by early contemporary builder Art Holly, likely around the 1960s. One of the 3/4 inch wide straight Bill Large barrels is signed "A Holly," and both have dovetailed blade and notch sights and engraving including scrollwork and bow and arrow motifs. The lock mechanism, brass furniture, and brass and silver furniture are also engraved, including a federal eagle and shield design on the cheekpiece, and the stock features incised carved accents.

Rating Definition:

Very fine overall with nearly all of the thin original brown finish remaining on the barrels, bright lock, aged patina on the silver and brass, darker patina on the patchbox, and crisp engraving and carving throughout. Mechanically fine.



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