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Lot 231: Providence Tool Co. Peabody Patent Military Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 6, 2019

Lot 231: Providence Tool Co. Peabody Patent Military Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 6, 2019

Estimated Price: $1,300 - $1,900

Providence Tool Co. Peabody Patent Military Rifle

Manufacturer: Providence Tool Company
Model: Peabody
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 43 Spanish
Barrel: 33 inch round
Finish: casehardened/blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1082
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 123
Class: Antique
Description:

The Peabody carbines and rifles were manufactured in 1866-1871. Many Peabody rifles and carbines were exported for foreign military use. It has a blade and bayonet stud front sight, notch and folding leaf rear sight, standard patent and manufacture markings, "WC" inspector cartouche, and British proofs.

Rating Definition:

Very fine, retains 80% plus original blue finish and 90% age darkened case colors with the balance a smooth grey-brown patina. The wood is also very fine with minor dings and scratches throughout, a hairline crack near the buttplate, and clear cartouche. Mechanically excellent.



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