PERCUSSION JOHN MOLL SWIVEL BREECH KENTUCKY RIFLE.

PERCUSSION JOHN MOLL SWIVEL BREECH KENTUCKY RIFLE. Both bbl 52 cal. 36-1/2″ full oct bbls signed “Moll”. The bbls have full brass paneling on both sides with a ramrod attached on one side. The engraved back action lock is simply marked “Warranted”. 4-pc brass engraved patchbox is typical of those used by Moll towards the middle of the 19th C. The wood between the patchbox door and side panel is stained black as is customary for the Molls. The Moll family of gunsmith was active in the Allentown Pa. Lehigh County area for over 100 years, until as late as 1883. This rifle was probably made by John Moll III, who was the son of and successor to John Moll II in 1820. This is a fine example of a very rare and unusual Moll rifle. CONDITION: Very good condition throughout with only normal wear and no evidence of any restoration or repair. 4-59750 RG23 (3,000-5,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2007

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
	1528	$5,175.00	PERCUSSION JOHN MOLL SWIVEL BREECH KENTUCKY RIFLE. Both bbl 52 cal. 36-1/2″ full oct bbls signed “Moll”. The bbls have full brass paneling on both sides with a ramrod attached on one side. The engraved back action lock is simply marked “Warranted”. 4-pc brass engraved patchbox is typical of those used by Moll towards the middle of the 19th C. The wood between the patchbox door and side panel is stained black as is customary for the Molls. The Moll family of gunsmith was active in the Allentown Pa. Lehigh County area for over 100 years, until as late as 1883. This rifle was probably made by John Moll III, who was the son of and successor to John Moll II in 1820. This is a fine example of a very rare and unusual Moll rifle. CONDITION: Very good condition throughout with only normal wear and no evidence of any restoration or repair. 4-59750 RG23 (3,000-5,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2007 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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