GUN FALL 2016
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/4/2016
EXTREMELY FINE 1863 DATED COLT SPECIAL CONTRACT CIVIL WAR MUSKET WITH BAYONET.COLT1863NSN58Cal. 58. This is a typical "as found" apparently surplus, unfired musket retaining much of its orig finish with crisp cartouches, perfect mechanics and a mint shiny bore. Standard configuration with 40" bbl, eagle stamped on bolster above "U.S. / COLTS Pt F.A.Mfg Co / HARTFORD CT" and rear of hammer "1863" which is also found on top of bbl along with "VP" over "eagle head proof". CONDITION: Very fine Overall. Metal is mostly smooth, bright/grey with small areas of staining and pitting. Stock is sound with sharp edges, only a few minor small cosmetic blemishes; bayonet fits gun well with matching patina. Mechanically fine with bright, shiny bore. 51002-1 JS (2,000-4,000)