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Lot #1384
Lot #1386

Lot 1385: Engraved Richards Flintlock Blunderbuss with Detachable Bayonet

Engraved Richards Flintlock Blunderbuss with Unique Detachable Bayonet

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 7, 2019

Lot 1385: Engraved Richards Flintlock Blunderbuss with Detachable Bayonet

Engraved Richards Flintlock Blunderbuss with Unique Detachable Bayonet

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 7, 2019

Estimated Price: $2,250 - $3,500
Price Realized:
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Engraved Richards Flintlock Blunderbuss with Unique Detachable Bayonet

Manufacturer: Richards
Model: Flintlock
Type: Carbine
Gauge: 72
Barrel: 15 3/8 inch part octagon
Finish: brown/blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 888
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 216
Class: Antique
Description:

The barrel has "LONDON" on top of the breech section, Birmingham proofs on the bottom (1813 or later), and an interesting detachable bayonet with 10 3/4 inch blade and "WT" marked base. The barrel tang, lock, and iron furniture have primarily scroll and floral engraving. The lock is marked "RICHARDS." The stock has a checkered wrist.

Rating Definition:

Very good plus with a mix of gray and brown patina throughout along with some varnish, some patches of oxidation/pitting, and general mild wear. The revarnished stock is good and has a chip of wood absent at the toe, crack in the forend, crisp checkering, and general scrapes and dings. Mechanically fine.



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