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THBMassive Bull Barrel Terre Haute Plains Rifle
About Seller
300 20th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
United States
Witherell’s auction house is a family business rooted in a passion for fine art and antiques, based in Sacramento, a region known for its history and its important 20th century art scene. It all started when Brad Witherell was gifted a Civil War-era Henry rifle from his uncle as a teen, spurring his...Read more
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About Auction
LiveJan 16, 2020
Mr. Ruger was a bright, accomplished businessman, benefactor and collector. He approached collecting like the Harvard educated engineer he was with precision and perfection. Unlike his car collection however, which received many prestigious awards, there are no such awards for collecting American Fu Witherell's hello@witherells.com
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- Lot Description
A massive percussion plains rifle with extremely heavy octagonal barrel, double set triggers, and the single screw lock plate engraved “Terre Haute,” The rifled bore is .50 caliber. The barrel has buckhorn iron sights, with a simple blade front sight, and is unmarked. The brass mounts are simple,, and slightly primitive. Weight is about 30 pounds. Dimensions: 49.5 inches long overall. The barrel is 34 inches long. Processing and shipping within the continental U.S. $65.00 plus 1.5% replacement cost insurance.
The stock has several cracks, and there is a large chip missing at the toe of the butt. The ramrod has a sliver missing at the top. The barrel is very dark, with minor pitting. The lock plate has been cleaned, but is nicely engraved with pheasants, and the name “Terre Haute” is quite clear. The vent appears to be blocked, but the lock functions well. Witherell's strives to provide as much information and photographs as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Condition statements are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Witherell's. All lots are sold "AS IS" under the Terms & ConditionsCondition
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