ITEM # 330
39" round barrel that is currently about 60 caliber with no rifling. This musket bears the "J.S. / anchor" to rear of triggerguard tang and is additionally engraved on buttplate tang "8216/A" and the top of buttstock just ahead of buttplate tang is stamped with a large "B". The rear of the left flat opposite lock is marked vertically "SETCHEL". The lock is contractor marked "E.P. Bond / London" and barrel bears proper London proofs. The barrel has had its large graduated sight neatly removed during the period of use in favor of a simple open rear sight which has been dovetailed about 1 1/2" ahead of original sight position. Iron surfaces of musket bear an even gray-brown patina with a little scattered light surface corrosion. The stock rates near excellent with a little added light finish, the forend area has been sanded down slightly behind the bands, the pronounced "steps" are no longer present. Brass furniture bears a lovely patina and remains uncleaned. Musket comes with proper bayonet which bears even pitting and is marked "PINNS&C"(?) An honest and completely righteous Confederate imported Enfield musket with only a minor forend sanding issue. (1902-1) {ANTIQUE} (2000/4000) SOLD FOR $4025.00 |
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