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R.M. WILDER OF COLDWATER, MICHIGAN MULE EAR O/U

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:400.00 USD Estimated At:800.00 - 1,200.00 USD
R.M. WILDER OF COLDWATER, MICHIGAN MULE EAR O/U
RIFLE. Cal. 38/38. NSN. The round 30 1/2" barrels have a stud front sight and an elevator-adjustable rear sight. Barrels have side ribs, three pipes, and hardwood ramrods. The tops of the barrels are marked "R. M. WILDER COLDWATER MICH". Double Mule Ear action marked "R.M. WILDER" on lock. Walnut buttstock with brass finger curl trigger guard, decorative patchbox on left side, and crescent buttplate. CONDITION: barrels have a considerable blue finish mixed with patina and oxidation, along with a series of vice marks on the sides. Receiver tangs show blue with lock mostly gray patina. Wood has added varnish, several deep impressions, and marks, along with large cracks and small gaps in the wood, to the action fit. Brass shows a mustard patina and verdigris. Good bore with strong rifling and light pitting near the muzzle. (01-24329/MD). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.