CONFEDERATE ALTERATION OF MODEL 1816 POMEROY MUSKET.

CONFEDERATE ALTERATION OF MODEL 1816 POMEROY MUSKET. Cal. 69. Mr. Michel describes this gun as follows: “Confederate alteration of Model 1816 Pomeroy. Alteration by brazing a raised platform on right side of breech of bbl for insertion of nipple (a reinforced ‘cone in bbl’ alteration). Cut off outside surface of pan is stamped with number ’37’. This number is also stamped inside hammer. Lockplate marked forward of hammer with eagle over ‘US’ and at tail, ‘1818’”. You are bidding on an “attic” condition, Confederate alteration of unknown manufacture which is nicely preserved. PROVENANCE: Ben Michel. CONDITION: Metal surfaces with exception of replaced ramrod are brown, uncleaned with staining and pitting. Stock is solid with numerous scratches, dents, and dings. Hairline crack is found opposite lock. About 1″ x 1/2″ piece of wood is missing from ramrod channel. 4-38743 JS55 (3,000-5,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2009

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
	2518	$2,645.00	CONFEDERATE ALTERATION OF MODEL 1816 POMEROY MUSKET. Cal. 69. Mr. Michel describes this gun as follows: “Confederate alteration of Model 1816 Pomeroy. Alteration by brazing a raised platform on right side of breech of bbl for insertion of nipple (a reinforced ‘cone in bbl’ alteration). Cut off outside surface of pan is stamped with number ’37’. This number is also stamped inside hammer. Lockplate marked forward of hammer with eagle over ‘US’ and at tail, ‘1818’”. You are bidding on an “attic” condition, Confederate alteration of unknown manufacture which is nicely preserved. PROVENANCE: Ben Michel. CONDITION: Metal surfaces with exception of replaced ramrod are brown, uncleaned with staining and pitting. Stock is solid with numerous scratches, dents, and dings. Hairline crack is found opposite lock. About 1″ x 1/2″ piece of wood is missing from ramrod channel. 4-38743 JS55 (3,000-5,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2009 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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