RICHMOND RIFLE.

Revised: 3/8/2007

RICHMOND RIFLE. 33” bbl with correct pitched front sight and proper VP over eagle head proof. No bbl date is discernable. The lock is of the high-hump variety, dated 1861 and marked “Richmond, VA”. Brass buttplate and brass nose cap orig. The front band has a screw-retained sling-swivel, which is not typical of Richmond manufacture, but color matches well. Richmond rifles are quite scarce, according to most published accounts these guns were not made until 1863 or 1864. The 1861 dated lock is still possibly orig to this gun, though it is a poor fit. Untouched examples are known with Springfield locks and earlier dated Richmond locks. CONDITION: Stock has long hairline crack running to buttplate to end of triggerguard. Stock appears untouched, otherwise with numerous nicks and gouges and dings. The initials “JD” are carved in stock opposite lock. Buttplate and nose cap exhibit nice untouched patina. Metal surfaces are dark and appear un-cleaned. Breech is pitted at bolster. Ramrod is of correct type, but like the rear sight, are possible replacements. 4-30594 JS15 (6,000-10,000)

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2007

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
	255D	$3,450.00	Revised: 3/8/2007 RICHMOND RIFLE. 33” bbl with correct pitched front sight and proper VP over eagle head proof. No bbl date is discernable. The lock is of the high-hump variety, dated 1861 and marked “Richmond, VA”. Brass buttplate and brass nose cap orig. The front band has a screw-retained sling-swivel, which is not typical of Richmond manufacture, but color matches well. Richmond rifles are quite scarce, according to most published accounts these guns were not made until 1863 or 1864. The 1861 dated lock is still possibly orig to this gun, though it is a poor fit. Untouched examples are known with Springfield locks and earlier dated Richmond locks. CONDITION: Stock has long hairline crack running to buttplate to end of triggerguard. Stock appears untouched, otherwise with numerous nicks and gouges and dings. The initials “JD” are carved in stock opposite lock. Buttplate and nose cap exhibit nice untouched patina. Metal surfaces are dark and appear un-cleaned. Breech is pitted at bolster. Ramrod is of correct type, but like the rear sight, are possible replacements. 4-30594 JS15 (6,000-10,000) Auction: Firearms - Spring 2007 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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