SECOND MODEL BROWN BESS (SHORT LAND PATTERN).

SN NSN. Cal. .795. Standard configuration. 41-3/4″ Bbl with bayonet lug on top is marked “I W” (?) at rear. Tower marked round bodied lock with bridled friction frizzen is marked with crown over “GR” in front of round bodied serpentine cock. European walnut stock with fluted comb has standard brass furniture which is unmarked. Old steel ramrod with button head is in standard brass pipes and tailpipe. PROVENANCE: Consignors notes. Collection of Dr. Douglas Sirkin. CONDITION: Good. Iron parts retain heavy dark patina over considerable pitting. Bbl matches lock well. Stock is sound, considerably worn with hand rubbed highlights through dark finish. Brass has toned to dark brown and gold. Trigger guard is cracked at mounting screw. 4-49791 MGM279 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2572

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
	2572	$5,175.00	SECOND MODEL BROWN BESS (SHORT LAND PATTERN). SN NSN. Cal. .795. Standard configuration. 41-3/4″ Bbl with bayonet lug on top is marked “I W” (?) at rear. Tower marked round bodied lock with bridled friction frizzen is marked with crown over “GR” in front of round bodied serpentine cock. European walnut stock with fluted comb has standard brass furniture which is unmarked. Old steel ramrod with button head is in standard brass pipes and tailpipe. PROVENANCE: Consignors notes. Collection of Dr. Douglas Sirkin. CONDITION: Good. Iron parts retain heavy dark patina over considerable pitting. Bbl matches lock well. Stock is sound, considerably worn with hand rubbed highlights through dark finish. Brass has toned to dark brown and gold. Trigger guard is cracked at mounting screw. 4-49791 MGM279 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2572 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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SECOND MODEL BROWN BESS (SHORT LAND PATTERN).