COOK & BROTHER RIFLE.

COOK & BROTHER RIFLE. Cal. .577. 24” bbl. This configuration is sometimes known as an artillery carbine or musketoon. This specimen appears 100% orig throughout, and retains an orig Confederate canvas sling. Matching SN 6237 on all parts normally serial numbered including bbl, lock plate, bands, behind lock and bbl screws, and nose cap. Bbl is marked “PROVED” at back. Top of bbl behind rear sight is marked “COOK & BROTHER, ATHENS, GA 1864” along with SN, though marking is only about 25% readable due to pitting at bolster from use. Lock is nicely marked with a Confederate First National Flag behind hammer. Forward of hammer is marked “COOK & BROTHER, ATHENS, GA 1864” along with SN 6237. This specimen is in as found condition and is a fine example of this popular Confederate rifle. CONDITION: Sling is excellent. Metal surfaces are black with scattered pitting. Stock shows numerous scratches and name “JIMMY LEE” scratched lightly on reverse of buttstock. Hairline crack in stock from rear lock escutcheon forward. Wood loss from burning at bolster. Pitting at bolster. Brass fittings exhibit matching patinas including sling swivels. 4-55781 JS25 (20,000-30,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2005

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
	2078	$25,875.00	COOK & BROTHER RIFLE. Cal. .577. 24” bbl. This configuration is sometimes known as an artillery carbine or musketoon. This specimen appears 100% orig throughout, and retains an orig Confederate canvas sling. Matching SN 6237 on all parts normally serial numbered including bbl, lock plate, bands, behind lock and bbl screws, and nose cap. Bbl is marked “PROVED” at back. Top of bbl behind rear sight is marked “COOK & BROTHER, ATHENS, GA 1864” along with SN, though marking is only about 25% readable due to pitting at bolster from use. Lock is nicely marked with a Confederate First National Flag behind hammer. Forward of hammer is marked “COOK & BROTHER, ATHENS, GA 1864” along with SN 6237. This specimen is in as found condition and is a fine example of this popular Confederate rifle. CONDITION: Sling is excellent. Metal surfaces are black with scattered pitting. Stock shows numerous scratches and name “JIMMY LEE” scratched lightly on reverse of buttstock. Hairline crack in stock from rear lock escutcheon forward. Wood loss from burning at bolster. Pitting at bolster. Brass fittings exhibit matching patinas including sling swivels. 4-55781 JS25 (20,000-30,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2005 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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