CIRCA 1750-1770 EUROPEAN MILITARY MUSKET.

CIRCA 1750-1770 EUROPEAN MILITARY MUSKET. SN NSN. .78 Cal. X 46-1/4″ long unmarked rnd bbl having a faceted breech for 6-1/2″ and a rear sight 8-1/2″ forward of breech. 6-1/2″ long unmarked Dutch banana shaped lock. Brass furniture consists of nose cap, 4-rammer pipes, 11″ long trigger guard of British pattern, 3-step buttplate tang, rounded side plate in fashion of British Long Land Pattern and almost diamond shaped escutcheon plate engraved “60/3” wrist apron. This is the only marking on the outside of the gun, “WM” scratched inside the lock. Has both orig swing swivels and a wooden ramrod, not orig. 58-1/2″ long stock shows evidence of British and European influence, although it’s origin is unknown. Gun comes with its matching bayonet having a 17″ blade of British pattern with a European Crown stamped near the base of blade. PROVENANCE: Collection of Dr. Douglas Sirkin. CONDITION: All iron has a mellow dark patina that matches its age, as does the brass furniture, having a broken off screw at the back of the trigger guard that holds escutcheon in place. Very nice condition having minor nicks and dings with a 3″ long scratch on right side of butt, not affecting overall appearance of this musket. 4-50021 PAS13 (1,500-2,500)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2013

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
	2637	$2,832.00	CIRCA 1750-1770 EUROPEAN MILITARY MUSKET. SN NSN. .78 Cal. X 46-1/4″ long unmarked rnd bbl having a faceted breech for 6-1/2″ and a rear sight 8-1/2″ forward of breech. 6-1/2″ long unmarked Dutch banana shaped lock. Brass furniture consists of nose cap, 4-rammer pipes, 11″ long trigger guard of British pattern, 3-step buttplate tang, rounded side plate in fashion of British Long Land Pattern and almost diamond shaped escutcheon plate engraved “60/3” wrist apron. This is the only marking on the outside of the gun, “WM” scratched inside the lock. Has both orig swing swivels and a wooden ramrod, not orig. 58-1/2″ long stock shows evidence of British and European influence, although it’s origin is unknown. Gun comes with its matching bayonet having a 17″ blade of British pattern with a European Crown stamped near the base of blade. PROVENANCE: Collection of Dr. Douglas Sirkin. CONDITION: All iron has a mellow dark patina that matches its age, as does the brass furniture, having a broken off screw at the back of the trigger guard that holds escutcheon in place. Very nice condition having minor nicks and dings with a 3″ long scratch on right side of butt, not affecting overall appearance of this musket. 4-50021 PAS13 (1,500-2,500) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2013 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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