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19RH-82 PERCUSSION

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:530.00 USD Estimated At:1,750.00 - 3,500.00 USD
19RH-82 PERCUSSION
Full stock Kentucky Rifle with Large and ornate patch box silver inlays and measuring 61” overall with a 45” barrel in approximately .40 caliber rifles. No markings on the barrel and the lock stampedSCH___(Illegible) over MEMP____(Illegible possibly Memphis. Silver oval inlay above cheek piece with engraved eagle and 8 other engraved silver inlays above the ramrod channel and 1 at the top of the wrist. Fancyplate inlaid into the belly of the stock with 2 diamond and heart cut outs or piercings. The artificially striped stock shows most of its originally varnish with minor losses at the top edge and even wear from carry anduse. The stock is very good overall. The lock and barrel show an uncleaned patina with scattered light to slightly weaving rust and erosion. The lock works well and the rifle has seen considerable firing and use but hasbeen cared for,. Found in the gold rush country of Northern California. A very graceful and long rifle with a great patch box. (Antique) Est.: $1750-$3500