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Lot #3279

Lot 3278: Engraved Alexander Henry Single Shot Falling Block Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 8, 2013

Lot 3278: Engraved Alexander Henry Single Shot Falling Block Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 8, 2013

Estimated Price: $2,000 - $4,000
Price Realized:
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Engraved Alexander Henry Single Shot Falling Block Rifle

Manufacturer: Henry Alexander
Model: Single Shot-Rifle
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 45
Barrel: 28 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 3307
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 122
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Blade front and two leaf silver wire highlighted rear sights on a partially matte rib with "ALEXr HENRY 12 SOUTH St ANDREW St EDINBURGH. PATENT No 2811" on a smooth spot on the rib and "PATENT/No 1222" on top of the receiver. Fine scroll engraving is present on the frame, back action lock and hammer, with "ALEX HENRY" in a banner on the lock. Checkered pistol grip stock, with engraved forearm hardware, hard rubber grip cap, sling eyes, a blank silver inscription disc on the underside of the buttstock and a checkered steel buttplate.

Rating Definition:

Very good as refinished, with 95% of the current blue, showing areas of covered pitting on the right side of the barrel and minor handling marks and edge wear overall. Strong case colors are present on the frame, concentrated in the protected areas, with a well aged gray patina on the remainder. Stock is very good as refinished, with minor handling marks and pressure dents. Mechanically excellent.



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