Patent Model for The Mayall Machine Gun

Description:

Patent Model for The Mayall Machine Gun, c. 1860, cherry barrel and parts, with steel gears, barrel and other parts move when the wheels are turned, mounted on a cherry base, ht. 8 3/4, wd. 11 1/4, lg. 19 in.

Note: Includes photocopies of the patent drawings and papers.
Estimate $4,000-6,000

In very good condition with one wheel broken off that can be repaired.


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