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P. & E. W. BLAKE U.S. 1816 TACK DECORATED

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:300.00 USD Estimated At:600.00 - 900.00 USD
P. & E. W. BLAKE U.S. 1816 TACK DECORATED

PERCUSSION CONVERSION MUSKET. Cal. 69. NSN. Smooth bore bbl. is shortened to 25 5/8". Front portion of conversion lock is marked "U.S. / P. & E. W. BLAKE". Rear of lock is marked "NEW HAVEN / 1830". Stock is cut to single band length & has extensive brass tact ornamentation in forearm, lock, wrist & butt areas. Such ornamentation is often associated w/ American Indian use. Button tipped replacement ramrod. CONDITION: metal finish has brown patina appearance showing light pitting. Stock shows heavy wear w/ cracks & chips in lock, tang & trigger guard areas. Worn lock will not hold at full cock. Pitted bore. (01-20440/DS). ANTIQUE. $600-900.