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Lot #1352
Lot #1354

Lot 1353: Tower Brown Bess Flintlock Musket

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 10, 2016

Lot 1353: Tower Brown Bess Flintlock Musket

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 10, 2016

Estimated Price: $2,000 - $3,000
Price Realized:
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Tower Brown Bess Flintlock Musket

Manufacturer: Tower
Model: Flintlock
Type: Musket
Gauge: 75
Barrel: 39 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1700
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 180
Class: Antique
Description:

This musket conforms to the India Pattern used from 1797 to 1854 in conflicts throughout the British Empire and is marked "TOWER" at the tail of the lock and has the Crown of St. Edward over "GR" at the center. There are small British proof and property marks throughout. A modern reproduction white leather sling has been fitted to the swivels, and an iron ramrod is in place under the forend.

Rating Definition:

Very good. The barrel and lock have gray and brown patina, moderate pitting, and mild oxidation. The brass has a deep aged patina. The stock is also very good and has some crude checkering added near the ramrod entry pipe, some minor chipping, small dings, and numerous minor scratches. The lock functions fine.



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