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Lot #3288
Lot #3290

Lot 3289: J. Golcher Percussion Rifle 38 Percussion

19th Century American Half Stock Percussion Rifle with German Silver Decorated Stock

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 2, 2014

Lot 3289: J. Golcher Percussion Rifle 38 Percussion

19th Century American Half Stock Percussion Rifle with German Silver Decorated Stock

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 2, 2014

Estimated Price: $1,400 - $2,250
Price Realized:
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19th Century American Half Stock Percussion Rifle with German Silver Decorated Stock

Manufacturer: J. Golcher
Model: Percussion
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 38 Percussion
Barrel: 40 inch octagon
Finish: brown
Grip:
Stock: maple
Item Views: 2252
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 125
Class: Antique
Description:

"J.M.W??" on barrel. The lock is marked "Josh Golcher" and lightly engraved with scroll designs and two ducks in flight. Octagon barrel with solid under rib, with three silver ramrod pipes. Blade front and fixed rear sights, clean out screw on the bolster, double set triggers and mounted with a maple half stock with a silver forend, 8 engraved silver inlays, silver trigger guard with grip extension, cheek piece, iron patch box and brass crescent buttplate with an engraved 8 1/2 inch toe extension.

Rating Definition:

Very good. The barrel is a crisp smooth dark brown patina. There is moderate pitting on the bolster. The hammer and lock have a smooth dark patina. The patch box has a smooth mottled dark gray patina. The stock is good with some sanding and refinishing in the area around the cheek piece, a nail repaired crack above the left side plate and some minor dings. The silver has a very mellow aged patina. Unless noted above the markings are clear. The action is fine.



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