3587

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RARE W&C OGDEN O/U MUZZLE LOADING COMBINATION GUN.

NSN. Cal top bbl approx .36, bottom cal. approx 40 smooth bore. 30-1/2″ one quarter oct, three quarter rnd bbl. Top of bbl marked “W&C OGDEN / OWEGO, N.Y”. Back action locks are lightly scroll engraved. Butt stock with brass patchbox that is lightly floral engraved and brass buttplate fashioned in typical New York State style. Rear trigger with set front trigger and folding top tang peep sight. Ramrods on sides of bbl and bottom of bbl near breech end stamped on both sides “J.J. COATS”. Brass trigger guard is lightly scroll engraved. A very similar example can be seen in the book The New York State Firearms Trade by H.J. Swinney, pg 1229. CONDITION: Very good to excellent for this rare maker. Swinney notes approx 22 observed. Bbl retains a beautiful plum-brown finish with scattered light handling marks. Left hammer is a replacement and frame is very good with minor toning and discoloration. Butt stock is excellent with scattered handling marks and scratches and retains most of an older professionally restored finish. Minor grain separations around left lock on top. Overall this gun has a very pleasing look. 31377-2 JSL137 (2,000-2,500) – Lot 3587

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Auction: Firearms - April 2017

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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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