HARPERS FERRY MODEL 1803 FLINTLOCK RIFLE.

HARPERS FERRY MODEL 1803 FLINTLOCK RIFLE. Cal. 62 NSN. 33-3/8” part oct bbl. Standard markings on lockplate with date 1815 at rear. Standard proofmarks at rear of bbl with traces of cartouches remaining on stock. Left quarter flat of bbl has been marked “COND / G.HAY / 1 R 1ST B 4TH D”. These markings have not been researched but could prove interesting. CONDITION: Gray patina with vise marks mixed with surface rust and pitting on bbl and mellow patina on brass. There is a hairline crack at rear lockplate screw and wood has been lightly cleaned. Ramrod is a replacement. Mechanically good. Pan has been filed to match enlarged flash hole but appears to be orig flintlock. 4-30734 FS141 (3,000-5,000)

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
	46	$4,312.00	HARPERS FERRY MODEL 1803 FLINTLOCK RIFLE. Cal. 62 NSN. 33-3/8” part oct bbl. Standard markings on lockplate with date 1815 at rear. Standard proofmarks at rear of bbl with traces of cartouches remaining on stock. Left quarter flat of bbl has been marked “COND / G.HAY / 1 R 1ST B 4TH D”. These markings have not been researched but could prove interesting. CONDITION: Gray patina with vise marks mixed with surface rust and pitting on bbl and mellow patina on brass. There is a hairline crack at rear lockplate screw and wood has been lightly cleaned. Ramrod is a replacement. Mechanically good. Pan has been filed to match enlarged flash hole but appears to be orig flintlock. 4-30734 FS141 (3,000-5,000) 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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