CONFEDERATE FAYETTEVILLE RIFLE

Revised: 3/9/2012

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Stock still retains inspector cartouche.

CONFEDERATE FAYETTEVILLE RIFLE. Cal .58, 33″ bbl. This is the standard production model Fayetteville Rifle which are found dated 1863 and 1864 with the standard-shaped lock and made to fit an angular bayonet with oval cartouches in stock containing initials of Philip Burkhart. This is a nice “as found” gun that appears orig & authentic. CONDITION: Bbl is overall brown with orig finish seen under bands and under the overall dark brown surface of this gun. Lock & bbl are both dated “1863” and other appropriate marks are present including inspector’s cartouche which is discernible. Remainder of stock is solid & sound with scattered dings, dents & scratches. There are several small splatters of red paint which are found on various parts of this gun. Front band appears orig including sling swivel, but there appears to be a braised repair to post. Orig brass nosecap is a bit loose. Blades to rear sight appear restored but sight base appears orig. Brass nosecap, bands, trigger guard & buttplate have pleasant yellow patina overall. 4-45748 JS47 (12,000-15,000)

Auction: Firearms - Spring 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
	2382	$12,650.00	Revised: 3/9/2012 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Stock still retains inspector cartouche. CONFEDERATE FAYETTEVILLE RIFLE. Cal .58, 33″ bbl. This is the standard production model Fayetteville Rifle which are found dated 1863 and 1864 with the standard-shaped lock and made to fit an angular bayonet with oval cartouches in stock containing initials of Philip Burkhart. This is a nice “as found” gun that appears orig & authentic. CONDITION: Bbl is overall brown with orig finish seen under bands and under the overall dark brown surface of this gun. Lock & bbl are both dated “1863” and other appropriate marks are present including inspector’s cartouche which is discernible. Remainder of stock is solid & sound with scattered dings, dents & scratches. There are several small splatters of red paint which are found on various parts of this gun. Front band appears orig including sling swivel, but there appears to be a braised repair to post. Orig brass nosecap is a bit loose. Blades to rear sight appear restored but sight base appears orig. Brass nosecap, bands, trigger guard & buttplate have pleasant yellow patina overall. 4-45748 JS47 (12,000-15,000) Auction: Firearms - Spring 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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