SURCHARGED FRENCH MODEL 1766 CHARLEVILLE MUSKET.

SN NSN. .74 cal x 41-1/2 unmarked rnd bbl. Unmarked lock measures 6-1/4″ long, and markings probably removed during American refurbishment. Forward two bbl bands are held by retaining springs, rear bbl band is friction held. Trigger guard is 12-3/4″ long with typical Charleville pointed ends. Stock appears to be European walnut and org to the gun. Branded “UNITED” over “STATES” 1/4″ high letters on right side of buttstock, which is absolutely genuine. Also branded on the left side is “N. WARD” and possibly carried by a soldier of that name. PROVENANCE: See American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume 1, by Moller, p. 171. Collection of Dr. Douglas Sirkin. CONDITION: Bbl and lock are org to this gun, only the frizzen has been refaced during its working life. Patina matches perfectly, as does the balance of the metal work. Ramrod only a modern replacement. Walnut stock in very good condition for its age, showing some erosion around the rear friction held bbl band. Two 1/2″ long slashes opposite lock and two identical slashes at rear bottom of buttstock. Scratched into stock above “N. WARD” is an 1-1/4 by 1-1/2 “M” no evidence of a French arsenal mark in wood. Balance of stock has only minor handling scratches. A nice Revolutionary War period musket with American ownership markings. 4-49742 PAS4 (5,000-7,000) – Lot 2558

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
	2558	$6,900.00	SURCHARGED FRENCH MODEL 1766 CHARLEVILLE MUSKET. SN NSN. .74 cal x 41-1/2 unmarked rnd bbl. Unmarked lock measures 6-1/4″ long, and markings probably removed during American refurbishment. Forward two bbl bands are held by retaining springs, rear bbl band is friction held. Trigger guard is 12-3/4″ long with typical Charleville pointed ends. Stock appears to be European walnut and org to the gun. Branded “UNITED” over “STATES” 1/4″ high letters on right side of buttstock, which is absolutely genuine. Also branded on the left side is “N. WARD” and possibly carried by a soldier of that name. PROVENANCE: See American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume 1, by Moller, p. 171. Collection of Dr. Douglas Sirkin. CONDITION: Bbl and lock are org to this gun, only the frizzen has been refaced during its working life. Patina matches perfectly, as does the balance of the metal work. Ramrod only a modern replacement. Walnut stock in very good condition for its age, showing some erosion around the rear friction held bbl band. Two 1/2″ long slashes opposite lock and two identical slashes at rear bottom of buttstock. Scratched into stock above “N. WARD” is an 1-1/4 by 1-1/2 “M” no evidence of a French arsenal mark in wood. Balance of stock has only minor handling scratches. A nice Revolutionary War period musket with American ownership markings. 4-49742 PAS4 (5,000-7,000) – Lot 2558 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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SURCHARGED FRENCH MODEL 1766 CHARLEVILLE MUSKET.