CUT DOWN 1816 MODEL MUSKET WITH INDIAN TACK DECORATION.

CUT DOWN 1816 MODEL MUSKET WITH INDIAN TACK DECORATION. SN NSN. Cal. 69. 30″ Barrel with two bands, is heavily rusted, so no markings are decipherable except rear of lock is stamped “PHILa” and “1830”. Stock is decorated with brass tacks, in pattern depicting stylized alligator on right, with triangles on left, and a “T” at top of grip. Consignor states gun was purchased in the 1950’s by noted author on early frontier guns and accouterments Jim Dressler, from an old Seminole Indian named “Alligator Man” CONDITION: Fair. Metal parts are heavily pitted. Stock is fine, with some missing pieces toward muzzle end, and tack repaired area above lock. Ramrod is missing. Tacks are deeply patinated at bases, and nicely colored toward tops, and have obviously been in place for a very long time. 4-44167 MGM287 (8,000-10,000)

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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	2351	$0.00	CUT DOWN 1816 MODEL MUSKET WITH INDIAN TACK DECORATION. SN NSN. Cal. 69. 30″ Barrel with two bands, is heavily rusted, so no markings are decipherable except rear of lock is stamped “PHILa” and “1830”. Stock is decorated with brass tacks, in pattern depicting stylized alligator on right, with triangles on left, and a “T” at top of grip. Consignor states gun was purchased in the 1950’s by noted author on early frontier guns and accouterments Jim Dressler, from an old Seminole Indian named “Alligator Man” CONDITION: Fair. Metal parts are heavily pitted. Stock is fine, with some missing pieces toward muzzle end, and tack repaired area above lock. Ramrod is missing. Tacks are deeply patinated at bases, and nicely colored toward tops, and have obviously been in place for a very long time. 4-44167 MGM287 (8,000-10,000) 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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