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Lot 3078: North & Skinner Percussion Revolving Rifle

Very Scarce North & Skinner Percussion Revolving Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2019

Lot 3078: North & Skinner Percussion Revolving Rifle

Very Scarce North & Skinner Percussion Revolving Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2019

Estimated Price: $3,000 - $4,500
Price Realized:
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Very Scarce North & Skinner Percussion Revolving Rifle

Manufacturer: North & Skinner
Model: Percussion
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 44
Barrel: 23 3/4 inch part octagon
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2255
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 47
Class: Antique
Description:

Six shot revolving rifle manufactured by H.S. North and Edward Savage of Middletown, Connecticut, c. 1856-1859. Total production is estimated at about 600 rifles. The rifle has a distinctive combination trigger guard/cocking lever, external self-cocking hammer and partial shield that covers the top and front of the cylinder. A blade front sight, adjustable notch rear sight, sling swivel, and loading lever are fitted to the barrel. The buttstock also has a sling swivel eye and swivel, an iron buttplate, and brass cap box on the left. "168" is marked on the rear sight, bottom of the barrel, and part of the cocking mechanism, and "XXXXVI" is hand scratched on the bottom of the barrel ahead of the loading lever.

Rating Definition:

Good with mottled gray and brown patina, minor pitting, and general minor scratches and marks. The refinished stock is fair with chipping and cracking in the repaired, refinished wrist and general minor wear. It functions but needs help when cocking to work properly.



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