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Cal. 50. Bbl. 27” half-oct. half-rnd. Modern gold bead front sight. Modern sporting rear sight. Period tang mounted aperture rear sight. One of the bbl. rear sight slots is vacant. Lock marked “J. BISHOP WARRANTED”. Double set triggers w/ front trigger being a crude replacement. Hammer & screw also appear replaced. Hammer does not hold at full cock. Curly maple half-stock secured by two key escutcheons w/ silver nosecap, finger curl trigger guard & crescent buttplate. Stock also has several silver decorations including stars, hearts & two plaques. Brass tipped hardwood ramrod secured by one brass thimble & pipe. CONDITION: stock has older varnish w/ repaired break in wrist, scattered flaking, dings & handling wear. Silver & brass parts appear cleaned w/ areas turning to a dull patina, scattered oxidation & dings. Balance of metal is mostly a dull gray patina w/ some pitting at rear of bbl., scattered oxidation & a few dings. Bore shows scattered oxidation & pitting but evident rifling.(01-24171). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,500.
Buyer's Premium
- 25%
J. BISHOP AMERICAN PERCUSSION HALF STOCK RIFLE.
Estimate $1,500 - $2,500
Starting Price
$750
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PREMIER FIREARMS AUCTION, DAY 3, JUNE 9, 2024
Fairfield, ME, USA
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