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Lot 109:U.S. Navy N.P. Ames-Wm. Jenks Mule Ear Carbine

April 13th, 2018|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 109:U.S. Navy N.P. Ames-Wm. Jenks Mule Ear Carbine

April 13th, 2018|Rock Island, IL
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Very Fine U.S. Navy N.P. Ames-Wm. Jenks "Mule Ear" Breech Loading Percussion Carbine Dated 1846

Ames manufactured only 4,250 of these distinctive "mule ear" carbines between 1843 and 1846. "Wm. JENKS" and "USN/RC/P/1846" are marked on the top of the barrel at the breech ahead of the oval loading aperture. Small inspection marks are on several components. The lock plate has the Ames three-line marking in the center and "Wm JENKS" towards the rear. A sling ring is mounted on the lower tang. The stock has an inspector's cartouche on the left flat.

ConditionVery fine overall with 85% plus original brown and casehardened finish, aged patina on the brass, light scratches and marks throughout, the otherwise fine stock with crisp markings aside from the cartouche. Mechanically excellent.
Details
ManufacturerAmes N P Pistols
ModelJenks
TypeCarbine
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge52 percussion
Barrel24 1/4 inch round
Finishbrown/casehardened
Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views9267
Catalog page60
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