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2409
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$11,500.00
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ATTRACTIVE FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY RIFLE ATTRIBUTED TO LEHIGH COUNTY GUNSMITH PETER KUNTZ. SN NSN. This rifle is unquestionably made by a member of the famous Kuntz family of gunsmiths and is attributed to Peter Kuntz. Rifle has a 40-3/4” full oct heavy 52 cal. rifled and unmarked bbl. The “London Warranted” flint lock appears to be orig flint. The 4-pc brass patchbox has one piercing and is profusely engraved in the recognizable Kuntz style. Brass engraved sideplate ends in an arrow-back design traditional to the Lehigh Valley, Pa. area and is typical of Peter Kuntz’s style. The rising sun cheekpiece brass and silver inlay is typical Kuntz style as well. This rifle is a fine orig example of Peter Kuntz’s work. CONDITION: The rifle is clean, solid, orig and untouched throughout. Overall, an excellent example of the Kuntz family’s work. 4-42531 RG9 (8,000-12,000)
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. |