ALLEN CONVERSION HALF STOCK RIFLE.

ALLEN CONVERSION HALF STOCK RIFLE. Cal. .54. 33-3/4″ oct bbl. Marked “S.Allen.” in front of the rear sight. The marking on the lockplate is not readable but “J.W.Stiles” is engraved on the horse head patchbox lid. Silas Allen worked in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, early in the 19th Century and his son and grandsons worked there until 1856 when they moved to Greenfield. This would probably be Jr.’s work as it has earlier features. The lockplate holes for flintlock parts are plugged. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina overall with scattered light pitting, heavier at the breech. The stock is very good with minor dents and scratches. Ciak Collection 4-53240 FS428 (800-1,200)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2004

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
	1025	$1,725.00	ALLEN CONVERSION HALF STOCK RIFLE. Cal. .54. 33-3/4″ oct bbl. Marked “S.Allen.” in front of the rear sight. The marking on the lockplate is not readable but “J.W.Stiles” is engraved on the horse head patchbox lid. Silas Allen worked in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, early in the 19th Century and his son and grandsons worked there until 1856 when they moved to Greenfield. This would probably be Jr.’s work as it has earlier features. The lockplate holes for flintlock parts are plugged. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina overall with scattered light pitting, heavier at the breech. The stock is very good with minor dents and scratches. Ciak Collection 4-53240 FS428 (800-1,200) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2004 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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