GUN FALL 2015
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/5/2015
EXCELLENT JOSLYN MODEL 1855 "MONKEY TAIL" CARBINE. B.F. JOSLYN MODEL 1855 H9 .54 Cal. .54, 22-1/2" rnd bbl, brass mounts. Lock plate marked "A.H. Waters & Co. /Milbury, Mass". Breech lever is marked "PATD BY / B.F. JOSLYN. / AUG. 23, 1855". This example is in exceptional condition being possibly unfired, retaining raised grain, case colors and most of the original bbl browning. PROVENANCE: The Estate Collection of Phil A. Bleakney, Jr. CONDITION: Bbl retains 90%+ original brown finish, lock is smooth with traces of case color overall gray. Breach retains thin muted case color with balance silver/gray, with areas of staining and pin prick pitting. Brass mounts are smooth with staining. Stock is sound, well fit with raised grain, oiled finish, a few small dents that do not affect aesthetics. Mechanically gun is fine with crisp, bright bore. 49059-239 JS (3,000-5,000)