CONFEDERATE USED M-1855 RIFLE & BAYONET.

CONFEDERATE USED M-1855 RIFLE & BAYONET. This is a fine “as found” 1855 Harper’s Ferry rifle with a Confederate made saber bayonet. The scarce grouping is consigned from a Lisbon Falls, Maine home. This gun is a standard configuration Model 1855 Harper’s Ferry rifle with an 1859 dated lock and bbl. Gun is properly iron mounted with patchbox and two-leaf rear sight. This gun is in beautiful “attic” condition even retaining original nipple and worm inside patchbox. Gun is complete and authentic in every regard although missing sling swivels which are broken off as often seen on Confederate used arms. Nicely carved into stock opposite lock are soldier’s initials “JT” and unit designation “G 17 S.C.”. The 17th South Carolina was involved early war in mostly actions in South Carolina and North Carolina where many Maine troops saw action. The 17th South Carolina also saw many major battles in Virginia including Malvern Hill, 2nd Bull Run, Antietam, fighting around Richmond and Petersburg, Appomattox. A fine Confederate-used arm with matching and well fit Confederate made saber bayonet. CONDITION: This gun is very good overall with metal overall brown, pitted and rusted. There is some original areas still bright retained in protected areas such as under bbl bands and under Maynard tape door. Bore still exhibits good, discernible rifling though rusted and pitted. Bbl markings are all discernible including “1859” bbl date and “VP” / eagle head proof. Lock markings are all discernible as seen in photos and eagle on Maynard tape door is crisp and well struck. Stock is sound with numerous small scrapes, scratches and dings. The correct brass nose cap has dark mustard patina. The action works well. There is some finish retained on hammer screw, clean out screw and nipple as can be seen in pictures. The accompanying bayonet has 20-1/2″ blade that matches metal on gun being mostly brown with rust and pitting with some areas gray and smooth. Brass hilt is complete with original lock and spring and a serial number “46” stamped on top. Bayonet fits gun well and tight. As noted in description, sling swivels are missing. The carving in stock is well patinated and easily discerned as can be seen in photos. There is some light scratching on reverse of buttstock that is indiscernible. 7-70121 JS135 (4,000-6,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2012

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
	2082B	$6,037.50	CONFEDERATE USED M-1855 RIFLE & BAYONET. This is a fine “as found” 1855 Harper’s Ferry rifle with a Confederate made saber bayonet. The scarce grouping is consigned from a Lisbon Falls, Maine home. This gun is a standard configuration Model 1855 Harper’s Ferry rifle with an 1859 dated lock and bbl. Gun is properly iron mounted with patchbox and two-leaf rear sight. This gun is in beautiful “attic” condition even retaining original nipple and worm inside patchbox. Gun is complete and authentic in every regard although missing sling swivels which are broken off as often seen on Confederate used arms. Nicely carved into stock opposite lock are soldier’s initials “JT” and unit designation “G 17 S.C.”. The 17th South Carolina was involved early war in mostly actions in South Carolina and North Carolina where many Maine troops saw action. The 17th South Carolina also saw many major battles in Virginia including Malvern Hill, 2nd Bull Run, Antietam, fighting around Richmond and Petersburg, Appomattox. A fine Confederate-used arm with matching and well fit Confederate made saber bayonet. CONDITION: This gun is very good overall with metal overall brown, pitted and rusted. There is some original areas still bright retained in protected areas such as under bbl bands and under Maynard tape door. Bore still exhibits good, discernible rifling though rusted and pitted. Bbl markings are all discernible including “1859” bbl date and “VP” / eagle head proof. Lock markings are all discernible as seen in photos and eagle on Maynard tape door is crisp and well struck. Stock is sound with numerous small scrapes, scratches and dings. The correct brass nose cap has dark mustard patina. The action works well. There is some finish retained on hammer screw, clean out screw and nipple as can be seen in pictures. The accompanying bayonet has 20-1/2″ blade that matches metal on gun being mostly brown with rust and pitting with some areas gray and smooth. Brass hilt is complete with original lock and spring and a serial number “46” stamped on top. Bayonet fits gun well and tight. As noted in description, sling swivels are missing. The carving in stock is well patinated and easily discerned as can be seen in photos. There is some light scratching on reverse of buttstock that is indiscernible. 7-70121 JS135 (4,000-6,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2012 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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