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Lot #1284
Lot #1286

Lot 1285: Small Scale Wheellock Sporting Gun with Scrimshaw Inlays

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 20, 2023

Lot 1285: Small Scale Wheellock Sporting Gun with Scrimshaw Inlays

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 20, 2023

Estimated Price: $9,500 - $14,000

Small Scale Wheellock Sporting Gun with Scrimshaw Inlays

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Wheellock
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 45
Barrel: 25 inch part octagon
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: wood
Item Views: 778
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 276
Class: Antique
Description:

The smoothbore barrel has an "E" and an "eagle" stamped ahead of the notch rear sight on the ribbed breech section. The lock has another small "E" mark below the safety, an external wheel, and brass accented wheel cover. The stock has staghorn/bone inlays with scrimshaw designs, including deer, masks, and stars.

Rating Definition:

Fine overall with silver gray patina, minor oxidation/pitting, and general mild age and storage related wear. The stock is also fine and has repairs visible at the toe, a crack at the breech on the left, some small chips, and mild overall wear. Not mechanically tested.



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