EXCELLENT JOSLYN MODEL 1855 “MONKEY TAIL” CARBINE.

SN H9. Cal. .54, 22-1/2″ rnd bbl, brass mounts. Lock plate marked “A.H. Waters & Co. /Milbury, Mass”. Breech lever is marked “PATD BY / B.F. JOSLYN. / AUG. 23, 1855”. This example is in exceptional condition being possibly unfired, retaining raised grain, case colors and most of the original bbl browning. PROVENANCE: The Estate Collection of Phil A. Bleakney, Jr. CONDITION: Bbl retains 90%+ original brown finish, lock is smooth with traces of case color overall gray. Breach retains thin muted case color with balance silver/gray, with areas of staining and pin prick pitting. Brass mounts are smooth with staining. Stock is sound, well fit with raised grain, oiled finish, a few small dents that do not affect aesthetics. Mechanically gun is fine with crisp, bright bore. 49059-239 JS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 1138

Auction: Firearms - October 2015

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
	1138	$7,475.00	EXCELLENT JOSLYN MODEL 1855 “MONKEY TAIL” CARBINE. SN H9. Cal. .54, 22-1/2″ rnd bbl, brass mounts. Lock plate marked “A.H. Waters & Co. /Milbury, Mass”. Breech lever is marked “PATD BY / B.F. JOSLYN. / AUG. 23, 1855”. This example is in exceptional condition being possibly unfired, retaining raised grain, case colors and most of the original bbl browning. PROVENANCE: The Estate Collection of Phil A. Bleakney, Jr. CONDITION: Bbl retains 90%+ original brown finish, lock is smooth with traces of case color overall gray. Breach retains thin muted case color with balance silver/gray, with areas of staining and pin prick pitting. Brass mounts are smooth with staining. Stock is sound, well fit with raised grain, oiled finish, a few small dents that do not affect aesthetics. Mechanically gun is fine with crisp, bright bore. 49059-239 JS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 1138 Auction: Firearms - October 2015 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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EXCELLENT JOSLYN MODEL 1855 “MONKEY TAIL” CARBINE.