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  • Lot #3177
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Lot 3177: Engraved Victorian Wheellock Sporting Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2019

Lot 3177: Engraved Victorian Wheellock Sporting Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2019

Estimated Price: $2,500 - $4,500

Engraved Victorian Wheellock Sporting Rifle

Manufacturer: European
Model: Wheel Lock
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 68
Barrel: 27 1/8 inch octagon
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2307
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 82
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured in the Victorian era and featuring a swamped barrel (possibly from an older original carbine) with blade and notch sights, unclear markings flanking a sighting groove at the breech, engraved lock with double headed reichsadler wheel cover, and carved stock with scrimshaw inlays.

Rating Definition:

Fine with gray and brown patina, mild pitting, aged patina on the cast brass components, and general mild wear. The stock is fair with the front section of the forend absent, some cracks and repairs at the edges, and general scrapes and dings. The lock has not been tested, but the automatic pan cover works.



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