Lot #374
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Lot 375: Two U.S./State Contract Flintlock Muskets

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: June 21, 2024

Lot 375: Two U.S./State Contract Flintlock Muskets

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: June 21, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,600 - $2,500

A) M.T. Wickham Model 1816 Musket with Bayonet and Pike

Manufacturer: Wickham
Model: 1816
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 69
Barrel: 41 1/2 inch round
Finish: brown
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1067
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
Description:

"1833" dated lock (faint barrel tang date appears to be "1833"), some lock components replaced, baronet lug and later added brass blade front sight removed. With "US" marked socket bayonet and sheath. Includes a "C.S.A./1861." marked retracting blade pike.

Rating Definition:

Fair overall with a mix of brown patina and applied artificial patina, some scattered light pitting/oxidation, and the refinished wood having some chipping, repairs, and cracks. Mechanically fine. Bayonet and sheath are good.



B) Virginia Manufactory 1797 Contract Second Model Musket

Manufacturer: Virginia Manufactory
Model: Flintlock
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 74
Barrel: 41 1/2 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1067
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
Description:

"1812" dated lock plate, "V" type proof on upper left of barrel, replacement ramrod and top barrel band.

Rating Definition:

Fair overall with mostly bright patina, weld repairs to breech and barrel tang area, scattered mild pitting, and the refinished wood has some minor cracks, chips, and dings. Does not hold at full or half-cock.



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