Historic Arms & Militaria
Description:
Underhammer Target Rifle Attributed to David Hall Hilliard, Cornish, New Hampshire, c. 1840s, .45 caliber, figured walnut stock with German silver fittings and patch box, a silver inlay on the right butt, and two silver stars on either side of the cock bolt, unmarked octagonal barrel with a false muzzle, barrel lg. 30 1/4, overall lg. 47 in.
Provenance: The collection of Nick Chandler.
Estimate $700-900
Stock has a few dings and nicks and a crack on the toe of the butt, barrel is a plum/brown color, missing the rear sight, and the lock functions.
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
David Hall Hilliard, Nick Chandler, CornishChristopher D. Fox
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