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THBNew England Militia Musket
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 very handsome New England militia musket, with a slightly fish bellied stock, steel mounts, and the number 88 on the barrel. There is a maker’s name on the lock plate, which includes the letters AS, another letter that is not legible, and then an E, as well as a few other illegible letters. There is a bayonet lug, and the bore is 80 caliber. The mounts are all steel, which is unusual, but strongly suggests all Colonial manufacture. The ramrod is steel. Dimensions: The barrel is 41.25 inches long, and the gun overall is 58 inches. Processing and shipping within the U.S. $105.00 plus 1.5% replacement cost insurance.
There is a repaired crack at the wrist, and the fit of the lock is uneven. The metal is all brown. There are patches of red rust on the side plate, and on the side of the barrel, and on the faceted pan. 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 terms and conditions.Condition
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