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British Tower Percussion Cavalry Musketoon

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:450.00 USD Estimated At:NA
British Tower Percussion Cavalry Musketoon
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British Tower Percussion Cavalry Musketoon, NVSN, .577 smoothbore cal., 26.75'' round iron barrel marked ''(crown)/7'' over ''PP/V'' over ''(crown)/5'' at breech, with three factory inspector/military acceptance marks on left side ahead of breech; steel post front sight serves as a bayonet lug. Lockplate is stamped with ''(Tudor crown)/VR/Tower 1843'' ahead of hammer. Metal originally finished in the bright, with brass triggerguard, brass buttplate marked ''C / 5120'' atop tang, two brass lock screw escutcheons, brass nose cap and two brass ramrod pipes. Later plain steel ramrod and two iron sling swivels. Condition is good to very good showing clear markings and cleaned moderate to heavy pitting to barrel and rear of lockplate, with polished brass parts. Stock is solid and very good, showing use and dings and overall varnish finish. Smooth and tight action, bore appears clean. Est.: $900-$1,200. (Antique)