Lot 361: Two Percussion American Long Rifles
Auction Location: Bedford, TX
Auction Date: October 4, 2024
Lot 361: Two Percussion American Long Rifles
Auction Location: Bedford, TX
Auction Date: October 4, 2024
Estimated Price: $1,500 - $2,500
Price Realized:
A) Leman American Long Rifle
Manufacturer: Leman
Model: Percussion
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 36
Barrel: 45 inch octagon
Finish: brown
Grip:
Stock: maple
Item Views: 1051
Serial Number: 
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:
Manufactured c. mid-19th century. "LEMAN/LANCTR. PA" marked lock and "LEMAN/LANCASTER WARRANTED" marked barrel.
Rating Definition:
Good with mix of dark brown patina and finish, moderate oxidation/pitting at the breech, chips in the stock, attractive false flame figure, and general moderate wear. Mechanically fine.
B) J. Stapleton American Long Rifle
Manufacturer: American
Model: Percussion
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 36
Barrel: 37 1/2 inch octagon
Finish: brown
Grip:
Stock: maple
Item Views: 1051
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:
Barrel stamped "J. STAPLETON" in an engraved panel. James Stapleton (1833-1900) was a gunsmith working in Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania.
Rating Definition:
Very good with light original brown finish, attractive false flame figure, mild oxidation/pitting, and general mild wear. Mechanically fine.
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