RICHMOND MUSKETOON.

RICHMOND MUSKETOON. There is considerable controversy published concerning these 30″ smooth bore musketoons as to whether Civil War production or some kind of post-war cadet gun. Regardless, these guns are listed in much of the literature as Confederate, and this specimen appears original and authentic and well-fit. Battlefield gleaned parts were no doubt used in late production Richmond carbines and rifles. This gun has an 1863 dated Richmond lock, well fit to a 1864 dated Richmond bbl that shows the typical striations in metal, VP/eagle head proof, 1864 date, correct sight and sight steady pin, slot, and mortise. This gun is iron mounted with a U.S. surcharged buttplate, iron nosecap, and standard musket-style front sight. Ramrod appears original, though cut with no threading. PROVENANCE: Jac Weller collection with his tag. CONDITION: Metal surfaces are overall gray, clean, pitted. Stock is sound with scattered dings, dents, and scratches. 4-44227 JS81 (4,000-8,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2011

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
	2183	$3,450.00	RICHMOND MUSKETOON. There is considerable controversy published concerning these 30″ smooth bore musketoons as to whether Civil War production or some kind of post-war cadet gun. Regardless, these guns are listed in much of the literature as Confederate, and this specimen appears original and authentic and well-fit. Battlefield gleaned parts were no doubt used in late production Richmond carbines and rifles. This gun has an 1863 dated Richmond lock, well fit to a 1864 dated Richmond bbl that shows the typical striations in metal, VP/eagle head proof, 1864 date, correct sight and sight steady pin, slot, and mortise. This gun is iron mounted with a U.S. surcharged buttplate, iron nosecap, and standard musket-style front sight. Ramrod appears original, though cut with no threading. PROVENANCE: Jac Weller collection with his tag. CONDITION: Metal surfaces are overall gray, clean, pitted. Stock is sound with scattered dings, dents, and scratches. 4-44227 JS81 (4,000-8,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2011 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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