October 22-23, 2019 Extraordinary, Sporting & Collector Firearms
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/23/2019
Approximately 2,500-3,000 made from 1851-60 in Chicopee Falls at the Massachusetts Arms Co. The cylinder features an etched floral design, six shot, and Maynard priming device. CONDITION: The frame has faded to grey patina but the Maynard plate retains 50% fire blue. The cylinder is near mint with blue. Barrel has flaked to 20%. All edges are sharp and legends are strong. Walnut grips are near mint as is bore. Hand revolving cylinder. Comes in modern made repurposed case with period flask, Maynard tin, bullet model, rammer, and some bullets. DB
Accessories
Case, bullet mold, powder flaskcap tin, loading tool
Caliber/Bore
.28 Percussion
Manufacturer
Massachusetts Arms Co.