Revised: 10/28/2017

Please Note: There was a typographical error. The missing piece is on the right side, not the left side.

EXTRAORDINARY GERMAN WHEELOCK SPORTING RIFLE WITH CHISELED LOCK AND BBL, ENTIRE STOCK VENEERED IN WHITE STAG HORN.

NSN. Lock, bbl and mounts circa 1720. The stock decoration possibly of the period, but regardless fully veneered stocks are rarely seen of this quality. The artwork is masterful and equal to the finest work found on the well known series of late 17th century German flattened cow horn flasks. The lock is chiseled in relief with the wheel cover a double headed eagle, possibly that of the Austrian Hapsburg family. PROVENANCE: HH Thomas collection; sold James D. Julia, Inc. March 2010, lot 2561; outstanding estate collection of Confederate and historical arms of Morris Racker, 2010. CONDITION: Metal retains an overall dark brown/gray surface. Stag horn inlays all appear original with only minor restoration. Missing a thin 6″ piece of veneer on left side of forestock. Regardless this is a magnificent piece of art from the well known HH Thomas collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Please read the Conditions of Sale, section 15, for more information regarding the Endangered Species Act, and your responsibilities as a buyer. 51957-28 JS (8,000-12,000) ESA – Lot 1378

Auction: Firearms - October 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
	1378	$6,900.00	Revised: 10/28/2017 Please Note: There was a typographical error. The missing piece is on the right side, not the left side. EXTRAORDINARY GERMAN WHEELOCK SPORTING RIFLE WITH CHISELED LOCK AND BBL, ENTIRE STOCK VENEERED IN WHITE STAG HORN. NSN. Lock, bbl and mounts circa 1720. The stock decoration possibly of the period, but regardless fully veneered stocks are rarely seen of this quality. The artwork is masterful and equal to the finest work found on the well known series of late 17th century German flattened cow horn flasks. The lock is chiseled in relief with the wheel cover a double headed eagle, possibly that of the Austrian Hapsburg family. PROVENANCE: HH Thomas collection; sold James D. Julia, Inc. March 2010, lot 2561; outstanding estate collection of Confederate and historical arms of Morris Racker, 2010. CONDITION: Metal retains an overall dark brown/gray surface. Stag horn inlays all appear original with only minor restoration. Missing a thin 6″ piece of veneer on left side of forestock. Regardless this is a magnificent piece of art from the well known HH Thomas collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Please read the Conditions of Sale, section 15, for more information regarding the Endangered Species Act, and your responsibilities as a buyer. 51957-28 JS (8,000-12,000) ESA – Lot 1378 Auction: Firearms - October 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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EXTRAORDINARY GERMAN WHEELOCK SPORTING RIFLE WITH CHISELED LOCK AND BBL, ENTIRE STOCK VENEERED IN WHITE STAG HORN.