RARE, EARLY AND FINE NEW ORLEANS PRODUCED CONFEDERATE COOK & BROTHER RIFLE.

SN 41. Cal. 58. This example is, clearly, one of the earliest products of the notable Cook & Brother Confederate arms, and probably the earliest SN known “41”. This rare Cook rifle is standard configuration, brass mounted, 33″ bbl having the distinctive “twist” in metal’s surface and having an attached lug for a sword bayonet, distinctive pedestal front sight and adjustable style Enfield rear sight, correct slotted knurled ramrod. The bbl is marked “PROVED” at the left breech and stamped “N.O. 1861” on top between rear sight and breech. Lockplate is marked “COOK & BROTHER, N.O. 1861” and has the distinctive Confederate 1st National flag stamped above makers mark. The Cook and Brother firm was established in New Orleans at the outbreak of the Civil War. Threatened by the fall of that City early in 1862, machinery was moved to Athens, Georgia where production resumed. Major Ferdinand and Captain Francis Cook were the principals in the firm and both fought as Confederate officers with many of their own factory workers as soldiers late in the war. They fought as a reserve battalion against Sherman’s approach in late 1864. The battalion took part in the battles of Griswoldville, Grahamville, Honey Hill and Savannah where Major. Cook was killed. After the Battle of Griswoldville Gen. P.J. Phillips reported that Maj. Cook and his men “participated fully in the action, deported themselves gallantly and . . . suffered much from wounds and death.” PROVENANCE: Ben Michel Collection. CONDITION: Good to very good overall. Markings are especially strong, though makers mark on bbl is weak. Matching SNs are found on most every part, including lock screws, tang screw, bbl bands and bayonet lug, externally. Stock is sound with old refinish and rounded edges; old crack repair on either side of trigger guard at front of bow. Stock still has a fine, reddish/brown color so often seen on Confederate used walnut. Iron overall is grey with distinct Damascus seen in bbl with staining and pitting at breech. Brass is cleaned and toned a medium mustard color. Sling swivels are excellent restorations and balance of gun is orig and matching. Mechanics are fine with discernible rifling in pitted bore. 52863-7 JS (30,000-40,000) – Lot 1355

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2018

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
	1355	$28,750.00	RARE, EARLY AND FINE NEW ORLEANS PRODUCED CONFEDERATE COOK & BROTHER RIFLE. SN 41. Cal. 58. This example is, clearly, one of the earliest products of the notable Cook & Brother Confederate arms, and probably the earliest SN known “41”. This rare Cook rifle is standard configuration, brass mounted, 33″ bbl having the distinctive “twist” in metal’s surface and having an attached lug for a sword bayonet, distinctive pedestal front sight and adjustable style Enfield rear sight, correct slotted knurled ramrod. The bbl is marked “PROVED” at the left breech and stamped “N.O. 1861” on top between rear sight and breech. Lockplate is marked “COOK & BROTHER, N.O. 1861” and has the distinctive Confederate 1st National flag stamped above makers mark. The Cook and Brother firm was established in New Orleans at the outbreak of the Civil War. Threatened by the fall of that City early in 1862, machinery was moved to Athens, Georgia where production resumed. Major Ferdinand and Captain Francis Cook were the principals in the firm and both fought as Confederate officers with many of their own factory workers as soldiers late in the war. They fought as a reserve battalion against Sherman’s approach in late 1864. The battalion took part in the battles of Griswoldville, Grahamville, Honey Hill and Savannah where Major. Cook was killed. After the Battle of Griswoldville Gen. P.J. Phillips reported that Maj. Cook and his men “participated fully in the action, deported themselves gallantly and . . . suffered much from wounds and death.” PROVENANCE: Ben Michel Collection. CONDITION: Good to very good overall. Markings are especially strong, though makers mark on bbl is weak. Matching SNs are found on most every part, including lock screws, tang screw, bbl bands and bayonet lug, externally. Stock is sound with old refinish and rounded edges; old crack repair on either side of trigger guard at front of bow. Stock still has a fine, reddish/brown color so often seen on Confederate used walnut. Iron overall is grey with distinct Damascus seen in bbl with staining and pitting at breech. Brass is cleaned and toned a medium mustard color. Sling swivels are excellent restorations and balance of gun is orig and matching. Mechanics are fine with discernible rifling in pitted bore. 52863-7 JS (30,000-40,000) – Lot 1355 Auction: Firearms - Spring 2018 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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RARE, EARLY AND FINE NEW ORLEANS PRODUCED CONFEDERATE COOK & BROTHER RIFLE.