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2614
$2,990.00

EARLY AMERICAN S. MILLER BUCK AND BALL OFFICER’S FUSIL. SN NSN. 42″ oct to rnd .52 Cal bbl engraved “S MILLER”. This English style fusil is walnut stocked and has typical early English style brass furniture. Bbl is pinned to stock and ramrod is held in place by three early heavy ramrod pipes. Early flintlock appears to be orig flint and is unmarked. Brass sideplate is very intricate with flag designs and one piercing. This fusil is attributed to the gunsmith Simon Miller listed in Sellers American Gunsmiths from 1775-1806. PROVENANCE: See American Gunmakers, 1953, by Gluckman, p. 143. Collection of Dr. Douglas Sirkin. CONDITION: 17″ of forend wood is replaced at muzzle. Flint lock needs adjustment. 4-49973 RG117 (3,000-6,000)


Auction: Firearms - Fall 2013
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