(A) J.P. VANTREES OHIO PERCUSSION RIFLE.

This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/14/2021

Kentucky halfstock percussion rifle made in Fort Recovery, Ohio circa 1858 by J.P. Vantrees. Gun has unique rear sight made and marked "S.E. TOBIAS" who was another Ohio gunsmith in Xenia, Ohio. 34" octagon 40 caliber rifled barrel with hunting sights both possibly made by Tobias. Percussion back action G. Golcher lock with double set triggers. Curly maple half stock with brass hardware and pewter neck collar and hardwood ramrod. CONDITION: Overall good with metal turning a dark patina plum. And wood has nice striped finish with some light dings. Dark shootable bore with good mechanics. DLM

Name

Value

Barrel Length

34"

Caliber/Bore

.40 Rifled

FFL Status

Antique

Manufacturer

J.P. Vantrees

Model

Percussion