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Skinner AuctionsMarlborough MA
November 4, 2019 10:00 AMCalender
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U.S. Model 1861 Contract Watertown Rifle Musket

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$984$800
Auction: Sale #3305M - 3305MLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: November 04, 2019 10:00AM

Description:

U.S. Model 1861 Contract Watertown Rifle Musket, c. 1864, .58 caliber, walnut stock with steel fittings, lock marked "U.S./WATERTOWN" in front of the cock, dated "1864" on the tail, breech marked "1864" on the top flat, and on the side "V/P" over an eagle, barrel lg. 40, overall lg. 56 in.
Estimate $1,500-2,000

1861 contract with the 1863 modifications, stock has a few dings and nicks, the hammer has some spotting, the lock functions properly, and the bore is crisp and bright.


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