May 17, 2022 Early Arms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 5/17/2022
The two-stage rifled barrel with sights mounted at top. Breech stamped with "US" cartouche as well as an eagle's head over "P". Flat lockplate stamped in the center with an eagle and tail stamped "HARPERS / FERRY / 1819". Standard brass furniture including two-piece patchbox. Walnut half-stock with inspector cartouches on left side, behind sideplate. Complete Wirth its original brass-tipped iron ramrod. CONDITION: Barrel retains a brown patina with some heavier patinas, rifling has been removed during the period. Lock appears to be in its original flintlock configuration. Markings good throughout, showing some wear. Stock shows a repair between top of lockplate and barrel tang. Otherwise, shows some marks from use. Brass retains a pleasing mustard patina. A very nice and honest example. DMG
Caliber/Bore
.69 Smoothbore
Manufacturer
Harpers Ferry