PORTER TURRET RIFLE.

PORTER TURRET RIFLE. Cal. approximately .40. The chambers are larger than the bbl, but the numbers match. SN: 158. 28” octagonal bbl, marked “ADDRESS / P.W. PORTER / NEW – YORK” and “P.W. PORTER’S / PATENT. / 1851.” on the left quarter flat of the bbl. The rear sight blade is missing. The priming mechanism has been altered. A single nipple has been screwed in the priming hole and the nipple must be capped for each shot, making this an 8-chambered single shot rifle. The cocking mechanism is not working and the revolving mechanism is binding. The cylinder cover is missing. The offset front sight is present. CONDITION: Smooth brown patina on the bbl, gray/brown on the action with light pitting in both areas. Stock has numerous dents and scratches but is solid. 4-52707 FS169 (2,000-3,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2004

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
	760	$3,795.00	PORTER TURRET RIFLE. Cal. approximately .40. The chambers are larger than the bbl, but the numbers match. SN: 158. 28” octagonal bbl, marked “ADDRESS / P.W. PORTER / NEW – YORK” and “P.W. PORTER’S / PATENT. / 1851.” on the left quarter flat of the bbl. The rear sight blade is missing. The priming mechanism has been altered. A single nipple has been screwed in the priming hole and the nipple must be capped for each shot, making this an 8-chambered single shot rifle. The cocking mechanism is not working and the revolving mechanism is binding. The cylinder cover is missing. The offset front sight is present. CONDITION: Smooth brown patina on the bbl, gray/brown on the action with light pitting in both areas. Stock has numerous dents and scratches but is solid. 4-52707 FS169 (2,000-3,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2004 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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