November 17, 2020 Early Arms & Militaria: Age of Exploration, Empire & Revolution
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 11/17/2020
The .62 caliber smoothbore two-stage iron barrel measures 44 - 1/2" and features a notched and dovetailed rear sight, and the top flat is stamped "LONDON". There are three English proof marks on the left side towards the breech. The flat trade lockplate has a sprig of engraving towards the molded tail, and is stamped in the center "W/KETLAND/ & Co.". The full-length walnut stock is of familiar early 19th century English form. The furniture is brass and includes small engraved washers around the lock retaining screws and a trigger guard terminating in an acorn finial. There is also a vacant oval-shaped wrist escutcheon with an engraved single line border. Complete with its original wooden ramrod. CONDITION: Completely as found and untouched in attic condition. Barrel and lock retain a heavy brown patina. Lock is in its original flintlock configuration and functions properly. Brass retains a dark mustard patina with some darker areas. Stock retains its original dry surface with a minor chip at the toe and some splintering and minor repaired cracks on both sides of the forend. The ramrod is stuck and missing a small portion at the tip. DMG
Item Dimensions: L - 61"
Caliber/Bore
.62 Smoothbore