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Model 1855 Harper's Ferry Musket With Bayonet, .58 caliber, single shot percussion muzzleloader, 33" barrel, 49" overall len... (Total: 2 Items)
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Description
Model 1855 Harper's Ferry Musket With Bayonet, .58 caliber, single shot percussion muzzleloader, 33" barrel, 49" overall length, two barrel bands, side lug for bayonet, walnut stock, hinged patchbox, "VP" inspector's mark on left side of breech, "U.S / HARPERS FERRY" and American eagle on lockplate, dated "1861" behind hammer and on top of barrel at breech. Complete with supple leather sling and original brass-gripped saber bayonet having an overall length of 26.5". A superb example of this historic firearm with original surfaces free of the pitting so often associated with Civil War longarms. This musket was made on the eve of the Civil War and likely saw Confederate usage.Provenance: The Tharpe Collection of American Military History
Exhibited: The Liberty Heritage Society Museum
Auction Info
2007 June Civil War Grand Format Auction #663 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
June, 2007
24th-25th
Sunday-Monday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 4
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