11-02-201811-02-2018
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsMarlborough MA
November 2, 2018 10:00 AMCalender
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Enfield Short Rifle

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$2,091$1,700
Auction: Sale #3165M - 3165MLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: November 02, 2018 10:00AM

Description:

Enfield Short Rifle, c. 1861, walnut stock with "18" stamped on both sides of the butt and below the barrel tang, lock marked "1861/TOWER," barrel marked "S/HC" in an oval with proof marks and "18," bayonet lug stamped "18," and the ramrod is marked "F. PRESTON/MANCHESTER," barrel lg. 33 1/2, overall lg. 50 in.

Provenance: The collection of Ed Vebell.
Estimate $700-900

Stock has a few dings and nicks, the steel fittings are a gray/plum color, and the lock functions properly.


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Keywords

MANCHESTER, PRESTON