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2319
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$4,197.50
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FINE 1859 DATED M-1855 SPRINGFIELD RIFLE-MUSKET WITH BAYONET.SN NSN. Cal. 58. This is a fine example of a Civil War era Model 1855 rifled musket. Lock and bbl are dated 1859. Lock is marked Springfield and has Eagle stamped on Maynard tape primer door. Stock on this gun retains one well-defined inspector’s cartouche, has a very good bore and is authentic, orig and complete in every regard. This is a popular Civil War gun that conforms to configuration and measurements of other M-1855 Springfields. This is a superior condition gun with crisp markings throughout that would make a great addition to any collection. PROVENANCE: Robert H. Haskell, III Estate Collection. CONDITION: This gun is very good-fine overall. Metal surfaces are gray with scattered staining and pitting. Lock has fine markings as can be seen in pictures. Bbl markings of date and VP over Eagle head proof are fine and easily discerned as can be seen in photos. There are discernible vise marks on either side of bbl. Gun is mechanically functional. Bore is very good with good rifling though dark and pitted. Stock is sound and solid with good discernible cartouche with scattered storage scratches, dings and dents. Accompanying bayonet has correct US surcharge and has similar metal surfaces to rest of gun. 4-50187 JS26 (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2319
Auction: Firearms - Spring 2014 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. |