UNKNOWN CONFEDERATE MISSISSIPPI RIFLE.

UNKNOWN CONFEDERATE MISSISSIPPI RIFLE. SN NSN. This is a most unusual gun. At first sight, it appears to be a standard contract MS; however, the brass bands on this gun are pinned, it contains a much larger diameter ramrod, patchbox mortise is very odd and crudely cut, and lockplate is simply marked “Manton”, and hammer is unusual and appears cast. No other markings are seen. Small brass bayonet adapter is attached to bbl about 4″ from muzzle. This is a very unusual gun. We have not seen another assemblage like it. Mr. Michel’s Notes State: “Confederate copy of M1841 rifle. Lockplate marked in small English letters “Manton”. Patchbox inlet with hand drill marks. Two brass bands are fastened with iron nail passing through the stock. Barrel is unmarked. Brass saber bayonet adapter with small lug.” PROVENANCE: Ben Michel collection. CONDITION: Bbl is brown with scattered pitting. Bbl appears heated near muzzle. Front sight is replaced. Stock exhibits numerous nicks and scratches. One hairline crack opposite lock. Approx. 3″ piece of wood is restored above lock at breech. Brass bands, trigger guard, buttplate, and patchbox exhibit good patination over numerous scratches and scrapes. Lock and hammer are cleaned and pitted. Trigger and sling swivels are dark and pitted. 4-31307 JS123 (2,000-5,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2007

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	1022	$3,450.00	UNKNOWN CONFEDERATE MISSISSIPPI RIFLE. SN NSN. This is a most unusual gun. At first sight, it appears to be a standard contract MS; however, the brass bands on this gun are pinned, it contains a much larger diameter ramrod, patchbox mortise is very odd and crudely cut, and lockplate is simply marked “Manton”, and hammer is unusual and appears cast. No other markings are seen. Small brass bayonet adapter is attached to bbl about 4″ from muzzle. This is a very unusual gun. We have not seen another assemblage like it. Mr. Michel’s Notes State: “Confederate copy of M1841 rifle. Lockplate marked in small English letters “Manton”. Patchbox inlet with hand drill marks. Two brass bands are fastened with iron nail passing through the stock. Barrel is unmarked. Brass saber bayonet adapter with small lug.” PROVENANCE: Ben Michel collection. CONDITION: Bbl is brown with scattered pitting. Bbl appears heated near muzzle. Front sight is replaced. Stock exhibits numerous nicks and scratches. One hairline crack opposite lock. Approx. 3″ piece of wood is restored above lock at breech. Brass bands, trigger guard, buttplate, and patchbox exhibit good patination over numerous scratches and scrapes. Lock and hammer are cleaned and pitted. Trigger and sling swivels are dark and pitted. 4-31307 JS123 (2,000-5,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2007 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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