VERY RARE 2ND MODEL BROWN BESS FLINTLOCK MUSKET BRANDED “CUMBERLAND” FOR CUMBERLAND COUNTY, NOVA SCOTIA MILITIA.”.

NSN. Cal. 78. Standard configuration of 2nd Model Brown Bess, 57-3/4″ overall with 42″ rnd bbl with no discernible bbl markings remain. Lock marked “HENSHAW” and branded on left side of buttstock in almost 7″ panel “CUMBERLAND” over “XIX”. There is also “17” cut into bottom of stock below. There are no other discernible markings than a few scattered British proofs on stock rear of trigger guard and rear of lock escutcheon. Gun is a later 2nd Model with Pratt’s improvements dating after 1778. CONDITION: Overall good as restored. Re-conversion, top jaw screw is replacement as are sling swivels. Bbl cleaned and pitted. Lock is functional with some newer file marks where apparently refitted to stock on bottom. Brass hardware has light to medium mustard patina. Stock is restored with several inset repairs including 2″ at toe and restored forestock tip including brass nosecap, several cracks and insets are well disguised in restoration but “CUMBERLAND” brand appears orig. Mechanically sluggish with smooth rusted bore. 31377-9 JS (4,000-6,000) – Lot 3568

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Auction: Firearms - April 2017

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	3568	$1,725.00	VERY RARE 2ND MODEL BROWN BESS FLINTLOCK MUSKET BRANDED “CUMBERLAND” FOR CUMBERLAND COUNTY, NOVA SCOTIA MILITIA.”. NSN. Cal. 78. Standard configuration of 2nd Model Brown Bess, 57-3/4″ overall with 42″ rnd bbl with no discernible bbl markings remain. Lock marked “HENSHAW” and branded on left side of buttstock in almost 7″ panel “CUMBERLAND” over “XIX”. There is also “17” cut into bottom of stock below. There are no other discernible markings than a few scattered British proofs on stock rear of trigger guard and rear of lock escutcheon. Gun is a later 2nd Model with Pratt’s improvements dating after 1778. CONDITION: Overall good as restored. Re-conversion, top jaw screw is replacement as are sling swivels. Bbl cleaned and pitted. Lock is functional with some newer file marks where apparently refitted to stock on bottom. Brass hardware has light to medium mustard patina. Stock is restored with several inset repairs including 2″ at toe and restored forestock tip including brass nosecap, several cracks and insets are well disguised in restoration but “CUMBERLAND” brand appears orig. Mechanically sluggish with smooth rusted bore. 31377-9 JS (4,000-6,000) – Lot 3568 Click here to view provenance Auction: Firearms - April 2017 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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VERY RARE 2ND MODEL BROWN BESS FLINTLOCK MUSKET BRANDED “CUMBERLAND” FOR CUMBERLAND COUNTY, NOVA SCOTIA MILITIA.”.