April 27-30, 2021 Extraordinary Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 4/29/2021
The 2-stage, now smoothbore, barrel is stamped on the left side of the breech with an eagle head cartouche and "US" cartouche. The flat lockplate is stamped in the center with an eagle with "US" in a shield on its breast and stamped "HARPERS/FERRY/1814" at tail. Standard brass Model 1803 Harper's Ferry furniture and replacement brass-tipped iron ramrod. Walnut half-stock inspector's stamps "V/JS" for inspector James Stubblefield. 2-piece patchbox on right side. CONDITION: Barrel shows heavy wear and retains a dark brown patina, markings on breech are very good. Lock has been professionally reconverted to flint, lock markings excellent and lock retains a brown surface. Brass retains a dull mustard patina, patchbox lid is replaced. Stock shows wear and scattered marks from use. DMG
Item Dimensions: L: 51 - 1/2".
Caliber/Bore
.60 Smoothbore