4th Dec, 2025 11:00
Fine Antique Arms, Armour & Militaria. December 2025
320
AN AMERICAN 14 BORE PERCUSSION 1816 MODEL (TYPE II) MILITARY MUSKET DATED 1836
converted from flintlock and of production specifications, the barrel fitted with calibrated folding adjustable back-sight, the lock stamped with American eagle and shield above ‘US’, and ‘HARPERS FERRY’ above the date across the tail, and later steel ramrod (stock with old wear and minor chip in front of the lock, barrel and mounts with old pitting, one sling loop missing), 106.7 cm barrel
Provenance
The Property of the Late De Witt Bailey, Ph.D.
Sold for £480
converted from flintlock and of production specifications, the barrel fitted with calibrated folding adjustable back-sight, the lock stamped with American eagle and shield above ‘US’, and ‘HARPERS FERRY’ above the date across the tail, and later steel ramrod (stock with old wear and minor chip in front of the lock, barrel and mounts with old pitting, one sling loop missing), 106.7 cm barrel
Provenance
The Property of the Late De Witt Bailey, Ph.D.
Auction: Fine Antique Arms, Armour & Militaria. December 2025, 4th Dec, 2025
Auction Location: London, UK
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