BALLARD SPORTING RIFLE, PATENTED 1861.

38 caliber, Serial No. 16522, 26″ full octagonal barrel with 2-leaf adjustable rear sight and fixed front sight. Ballards were made between 1862 – 1880’s and in later years part of Marlin.. Frame is marked on right side “BALLARDS PATENT / NOV 5 1861” and opposite side of frame “MERWIN & BRAY AGT’S / NEW YORK”. CONDITION: Very good as refinished with good bore and functional mechanics. Hammer has old braised repair. Hole drilled in frame, rear of hammer that probably once held a tang sight. 52013-19 (600-800) – Lot 2029

Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques Auction - August 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.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2029	$484.00	BALLARD SPORTING RIFLE, PATENTED 1861. 38 caliber, Serial No. 16522, 26″ full octagonal barrel with 2-leaf adjustable rear sight and fixed front sight. Ballards were made between 1862 – 1880’s and in later years part of Marlin.. Frame is marked on right side “BALLARDS PATENT / NOV 5 1861” and opposite side of frame “MERWIN & BRAY AGT’S / NEW YORK”. CONDITION: Very good as refinished with good bore and functional mechanics. Hammer has old braised repair. Hole drilled in frame, rear of hammer that probably once held a tang sight. 52013-19 (600-800) – Lot 2029 Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques Auction - August 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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BALLARD SPORTING RIFLE, PATENTED 1861.