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Lot 3078: Merrimack Arms & Manufacturing Co. Falling block Rifle 52 percus

Merrimack Arms & Manufacturing Co. Ballard Single Shot Dual Ignition Falling Block Musket

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 11, 2015

Lot 3078: Merrimack Arms & Manufacturing Co. Falling block Rifle 52 percus

Merrimack Arms & Manufacturing Co. Ballard Single Shot Dual Ignition Falling Block Musket

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 11, 2015

Estimated Price: $2,500 - $4,000
Price Realized:
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Merrimack Arms & Manufacturing Co. Ballard Single Shot Dual Ignition Falling Block Musket

Manufacturer: Merrimack Arms & Manufacturing Co.
Model: Falling block
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 52 percussion
Barrel: 30 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1385
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 40
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured in the 1860s , this rifle features a blade front and folding ladder rear sights. Fitted with three milled barrel bands. The action features a unique dual ignition system for both percussion and rimfire ammunition. Mounted on an almost full length walnut forearm and straight grip stock with sling swivels and a curved steel buttplate. Includes 8 empty 50-70 brass shell casings, 6 50-70 shell casings with lead bullets in place and small tools.

Rating Definition:

Good overall with 85% of the current thinning blue finish on the barrel. Some areas have aged to a thin brown patina, with scattered small scratches, and areas of light spotting and pitting.



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