MODEL 1803 HARPERS FERRY RIFLE.

SN NSN. .58 Cal. x 35-1/2″ long bbl lacking proof marks but has been reconverted to flint. Ramrod is old and appears to be orig. 5-1/4″ long lock marked under the pan with a spread wing eagle behind the cock “HARPERS/FERRY/1803″ which is a modern made lock fitted to this gun. Furniture consists of 2 iron forward rammer pipes, brass tail pipe, brass stock band, trigger guard, buttplate, patchbox and side plate all of proper Harpers Ferry pattern. Walnut stock measures 29-1/2” long, “A” stamped behind trigger guard and lacks inspectors markings opposite the lock. For anyone possessing an orig lock dated 1815-1819 this could be restored to a respectable piece. PROVENANCE: See Guide to American Antique Firearms and Their Values, 1998, by Flayderman, pp. 9A-112. Collection of Dr. Douglas Sirkin. CONDITION: Bbl has a dark even patina and has been artificially colored around touch hole, as has the entire lock. Balance of metal work is in very good condition. Walnut stock shows evidence of repair above the lock and additional wood repair around the lock to make it fit the mortice. No major loss and only minor nicks and scratches from years of handling. 4-49827 PAS29 (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2547

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.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2547	$1,770.00	MODEL 1803 HARPERS FERRY RIFLE. SN NSN. .58 Cal. x 35-1/2″ long bbl lacking proof marks but has been reconverted to flint. Ramrod is old and appears to be orig. 5-1/4″ long lock marked under the pan with a spread wing eagle behind the cock “HARPERS/FERRY/1803″ which is a modern made lock fitted to this gun. Furniture consists of 2 iron forward rammer pipes, brass tail pipe, brass stock band, trigger guard, buttplate, patchbox and side plate all of proper Harpers Ferry pattern. Walnut stock measures 29-1/2” long, “A” stamped behind trigger guard and lacks inspectors markings opposite the lock. For anyone possessing an orig lock dated 1815-1819 this could be restored to a respectable piece. PROVENANCE: See Guide to American Antique Firearms and Their Values, 1998, by Flayderman, pp. 9A-112. Collection of Dr. Douglas Sirkin. CONDITION: Bbl has a dark even patina and has been artificially colored around touch hole, as has the entire lock. Balance of metal work is in very good condition. Walnut stock shows evidence of repair above the lock and additional wood repair around the lock to make it fit the mortice. No major loss and only minor nicks and scratches from years of handling. 4-49827 PAS29 (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2547 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.

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MODEL 1803 HARPERS FERRY RIFLE.