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Lot 3236:U.S. Robert Johnson Contract Model 1817 Flintlock 'Common Rifle'

September 8th, 2019|Rock Island, IL

Lot 3236:U.S. Robert Johnson Contract Model 1817 Flintlock 'Common Rifle'

September 8th, 2019|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,100 - $1,600

U.S. Robert Johnson Contract Model 1817 Flintlock 'Common Rifle' Dated 1824

One of 5,000 manufactured by Robert Johnson c. 1821-1824, who was one of many contractors to produce this pattern of "Common Rifle" for U.S. government contracts. It shows standard markings and features with barrel tang and lock are dated "1824", "JM" inspector mark, and "JN" cartouche. Removable collection marking on the trigger guard.

ConditionVery good as reconverted to flintlock configuration, showing a mixture of original and artificial brown with the balance a smooth grey patina and some evidence of light cleaning. The lightly sanded and reoiled wood is fine with minor dings scattered throughout, some minor edge chipping, and a few repaired hairline cracks. Mechanically excellent.

Details

ManufacturerR. JOHNSON

Model1817

TypeRifle

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge54

Barrel36 inch round

Finishbrown

Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL

Catalog page108