11-01-201411-01-2014
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsMarlborough MA
November 1, 2014 10:00 AMCalender
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Richards Brass-barreled Blunderbuss and Bayonet

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$3,198$2,600
Auction: Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments - 2760MLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: November 01, 2014 10:00AM

Description:

Richards Brass-barreled Blunderbuss and Bayonet, c. early 19th century, walnut stock with engraved brass fittings, lockplate marked J&W/Richards, brass octagonal to round barrel proof marked on the left side of the breech, with a spring-loaded bayonet on top of the barrel, barrel lg. 14 1/2, overall lg. 30 in.
Estimate $2,500-4,500

A few dings and nicks in the stock, lock functions properly, overall in very good condition.


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