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Lot 264:Engraved Wheellock Sporting Rifle

May 13th, 2022|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 264:Engraved Wheellock Sporting Rifle

May 13th, 2022|Rock Island, IL
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Wheellock Sporting Rifle with Finely Engraved Lock

This c. mid-17th century rifle has a swamped, rifled barrel with dovetailed blade and notch sights, a maker's mark that appears to be a man with a sword with the letter "U" to the right, and a short tang. The lock has an internal wheel, floral engraving, and bestial designs on the dog and jaw. The rifle is fired using adjustable double set triggers. The furniture is iron and includes a single ramrod ferrule (replacement) trigger guard with spire shaped finials, a sling swivel, a sling stud, and a heel plate. The stock has stag-horn/bone washers for the lock screws, raised floral relief carving at the front and rear of the cheek rest, and a wooden patchbox lid with similar relief carving visible at the front. A modern-made spanner is included.

ConditionVery good with dark gray and brown patina on the metal along with some minor pitting and crisp engraving. The stock is also very good and has some chipping around the tail of the lock, a replaced section at the front of the forend, and mild scrapes and dings. The lock has not been tested.
Details
ManufacturerEuropean
ModelWheel Lock
TypeRifle
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge57
Barrel29 inch octagon
Finishbright
Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views1852
Catalog page200
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