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LOT 132 French Model 1766/1771 Flintlock Cavalry Musketoon - NSN, 69 cal., 31 1/8 inch round bbl., bright finish, walnut stock. George Moller noted it as a Model 1766/71 Cavalry Musketoon. On page 346 of “American Military Shoulder Arms, Vol. 1” he notes that the main difference from the Model 1763/66 (Type I) Cavalry Musketoon is that this model, which he lists as a Model 1763-1766 (Type II) Cavalry Musketoon in the book, has a rounder nose on the stock, and they have the Model 1770-1771 style locks when made at St. Etienne like this one. It has a blade front sight on the rear of the upper barrel band, faint markings on the tang and breech section including a “7,” St. Etienne marking on the lock brass furniture, sling ring bar mounted on the side plate and rear barrel band, sling swivels on the middle barrel band and trigger guard tang fitted with a black leather sling, and fairly petite walnut stock with low rounded comb. CONDITION: Very good with mottled gray and brown patina on the lock and barrel, attractive natural aged patina on the brass furniture, faded markings, and mild overall wear. The re-oiled stock is also very good and has some chips and slivers absent at the edges, a repaired crack in the wrist, and moderate scrapes and dings. Mechanically fine. Provenance: The George Moller Collection. Estimate: 2,500 - 4,000
LOT 133
Napoleonic Wars Era French Model 1777 AN IX Dragoon Flintlock Musket - NSN, 69 cal., 40 1/2 inch round bbl., bright finish, walnut stock. This model was used during the Napoleonic Wars, including at the historic Battle of Waterloo. The middle double strap barrel band, trigger plate, and buttplate are iron, and the other furniture is brass, including the upper barrel band which has the integral blade front sight on the rear strap. The barrel tang has “M AN9,” and the barrel is dated “B. 1812” on the left and has “E F” (Empire of France) on the right ahead of the vent and a bayonet stud on the bottom near the muzzle. The lock has “MRE. IMPLE./DE VERSAILLE” in uneven stamping. There are various proof, inspection, and assembly markings on the components. It is fitted with a modern leather sling. CONDITION: Good with silver gray and dark gray patina and mild pitting on the iron, attractive aged patina on the brass, and general mild wear. The refinished stock is fair and has wood missing from the tip section, some cracks and chips, and extensive scrapes and dings visible overall. The mainspring is cracked, but the lock otherwise appears mechanically fine. Provenance: The George Moller Collection. Estimate: 2,250 - 3,500
LOT 134
French Tulle Model 1777 Marine Flintlock Musket - NSN, 69 cal., 40 3/8 inch round bbl., bright finish, walnut stock. The Model 1777 infantry musket was used by French troops and some earlier examples were also sent to North America to assist the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War with continued use through the Napoleonic Wars. This scarce Marine variation features brass fittings including the three barrel bands, trigger guard, side plate. iron lower tang with finger grooves, iron trumpet head ramrod, bottom mounted bayonet lug towards the muzzle, iron blade front sight on the rear strap of the brass front barrel band (second style without securing screw), iron sling swivels mounted on the middle band and front of the trigger guard, “L D 180x” (last digit illegible) marked on the upper left barrel flat at the breech, faint illegible carving in the barrel tang, faint illegible inscription behind “FRECONNET” crisply inscribed in script on top of the breech, detachable brass flash pan on the lock, “Ma imple/De Tulle” marked in script at the center of the lock, smooth straight grip stock with a cheek recess cutout on the left of the buttstock, and a smooth iron buttplate. Small “crown/C” proofs marked on various components as well as in the stock above the lock. A large “T” is carved into the left of the buttstock. Small “GDM” (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes a socket bayonet marked “I/2024” on the socket, and a reproduction leather sling. These Model 1777 Marine muskets are briefly described in Moller’s book “American Military Shoulder Arms Volume I” on page 363. CONDITION: Very good with scattered light pitting, and crisp lock markings. Brass retains an attractive golden aged patina. Stock is also very good with defined edges and attractive grains, some scratches, slightly undersized beneath the front band, a chip behind the left of the middle band, carving as mentioned above, some slight discoloration around the buttplate, and a crisp crown proof above the lock. Mechanically excellent. Included bayonet is very good with scattered light pitting. Provenance: The George Moller Collection. Estimate: 2,000 - 3,000
LOT 135
Napoleonic Wars Era French Mutzig Model 1777 Flintlock Musket Dated 1811 - NSN, 69 cal., 44 3/4 inch round bbl., bright finish, walnut stock. The Model 1777 infantry musket was used by French troops and some earlier examples were also sent to North America to assist the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War with continued use through the Napoleonic Wars. This 1811 dated example would have likely been rushed into French service during the Napoleonic Wars. Features a trumpet head ramrod, bottom mounted bayonet lug towards the muzzle, brass blade front sight on the rear strap of the front barrel band (second style without securing screw), “1811” dated on the upper left barrel flat at the breech, “M1777” marked on the barrel tang, detachable brass flash pan on the lock, Mutzig Arsenal markings at the center of the lock, 1811 dated circular stamp marked on the right of the buttstock, smooth straight grip stock with a cheek recess cutout on the left of the buttstock, three barrel bands, finger grooves on the rear trigger guard tang, and a smooth buttplate. Small “GDM” (George D. Moller) collection initials marked twice at the toe of the stock. Includes a reproduction leather sling. CONDITION: Good with scattered light pitting mixed with dark patina, and sharp markings on the lock and barrel. Stock is very good with mostly defined edges, scattered scratches and dents, numerous glued repairs beneath the front barrel band, a crack on the left of the barrel channel ahead of the rear band, and crisp markings in the wood. Mechanically excellent. Provenance: The George Moller Collection. Estimate: 1,800 - 2,750
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