HARPER’S FERRY MODEL 1855 RIFLE.

HARPER’S FERRY MODEL 1855 RIFLE. Cal. 58. 33″ bbl. This is a fine 1859 dated iron mounted Harper’s Ferry model 1855 rifle in fine “as found” condition. These guns saw hard use during the Civil War and this example survived complete and original in every regard with all markings expected, including matching lock and bbl dates, US surcharged buttplate and inspected stock. Bayonet stud is numbered “98”. CONDITION: Bbl is gray/brown overall, smooth with fairly sharp shoulders with scattered staining and pitting. VP and eagle head proofs along 1859 bbl date are well struck and discernible. Rifling in bore is distinct. Lock is complete and functional and markings are complete and discernible, though shield on eagle’s chest on Maynard tape door is weak. Balance of metal is gray with scattered staining and light pitting. Stock is sound and solid with discernible but light inspector cartouche. There are numerous small dings and dents and one small hairline crack behind lock in stock. 45780 JS85 (4,000-6,000)

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
	2501	$6,037.50	HARPER’S FERRY MODEL 1855 RIFLE. Cal. 58. 33″ bbl. This is a fine 1859 dated iron mounted Harper’s Ferry model 1855 rifle in fine “as found” condition. These guns saw hard use during the Civil War and this example survived complete and original in every regard with all markings expected, including matching lock and bbl dates, US surcharged buttplate and inspected stock. Bayonet stud is numbered “98”. CONDITION: Bbl is gray/brown overall, smooth with fairly sharp shoulders with scattered staining and pitting. VP and eagle head proofs along 1859 bbl date are well struck and discernible. Rifling in bore is distinct. Lock is complete and functional and markings are complete and discernible, though shield on eagle’s chest on Maynard tape door is weak. Balance of metal is gray with scattered staining and light pitting. Stock is sound and solid with discernible but light inspector cartouche. There are numerous small dings and dents and one small hairline crack behind lock in stock. 45780 JS85 (4,000-6,000) 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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