Lot 1335: Mather British Elliot's Pattern Volunteer Flintlock Carbine
Mather, Newcastle British Elliot's Pattern Volunteer Flintlock Carbine
Auction Date: December 10, 2022
Lot 1335: Mather British Elliot's Pattern Volunteer Flintlock Carbine
Mather, Newcastle British Elliot's Pattern Volunteer Flintlock Carbine
Auction Date: December 10, 2022
Estimated Price: $2,500 - $4,000
Price Realized: 
Mather, Newcastle British Elliot's Pattern Volunteer Flintlock Carbine
Manufacturer: British
Model: Flintlock
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 65
Barrel: 28 1/4 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 376
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number: 
Catalog Page: 273
Class: Antique
Description:
This carbine was manufactured during the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars when various volunteer units were formed across the United Kingdom. It is marked "MATHER/NEWCASTLE" on the lock and has Tower private proofs on the smoothbore barrel. It has a bayonet stud/front sight block, saddle ring and bar on the left, and brass furniture.
Rating Definition:
Fine with mottled gray and brown patina, minor pitting, aged patina on the furniture, and generally minor overall wear. The stock is also fine and has a coat of varnish, minor dings and scratches, and a few minor flakes. Mechanically excellent.
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