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Lot 9: Two New Hampshire Underhammer Percussion Rifles

Lot 9: Two New Hampshire Underhammer Percussion Rifles

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A) D.H. Hilliard Rifle

Manufacturer: Hilliard D H
Model: Percussion
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 38
Barrel: 23 1/4 inch octagon
Finish: brown
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 849
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is partially bright with spotting and distinct rifling.
Description:

"D. H. HILLIARD CORNISH N.H. 1932" marked on the barrel for mid-19th century gunmaker David H. Hilliard of Cornish, New Hampshire. The German silver cheekpiece inlay is inscribed "C.H.W."

Rating Definition:

Good overall with dark patina, mild oxidation and pitting, resoldered ramrod pipes, moderate wear, and some chips and cracks in the stock. Mechanically functions.



B) John Brown Rifle

Manufacturer: American
Model: Underhammer
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 31
Barrel: 16 3/4 inch part round
Finish: brown
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 849
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is partially bright with spotting and visible rifling.
Description:

"J. BROWN/FREMONT, N.H. CAST STEEL" marked barrel for John Brown (1806-1895) was a noted gunmaker in Fremont, New Hampshire. Includes a false muzzle.

Rating Definition:

Fine with refinished barrel, gray and brown patina, mild overall wear, some oxidation, and hairline cracks in the stock. Mechanically fine.



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