February 24-26th 2017 Premier Firearms
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 2/25/2017
Two-stage smoothbore steel barrel, left flat, near breech, marked "52/28" and has traces of British proofs. Flat flintlock lockplate marked in center with large crown and "GR", tail marked "VAUGHAN/1744" vertically, reinforced cock and detached pan. Brass sea service pattern furniture. Walnut stock with relief beaver tail carved around barrel tang. Good condition; lock and barrel retain a dark, even brown patina. Lock markings excellent. Brass furniture retains an even mellow patina with some scattered marks from use, sideplate repaired, probably during period of use, and an iron ring for cavalry use has been added. Stock very good with some repairs along forend.