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FULL-STOCK PERCUSSION BUCK & BALL RIFLE.

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:200.00 USD Estimated At:800.00 - 1,400.00 USD
FULL-STOCK PERCUSSION BUCK & BALL RIFLE.
<B>FULL-STOCK PERCUSSION BUCK & BALL PLAINS RIFLE.</B></I> Marked "J. Bishop Warrented" on back action lock. Bishop is listed as a lock maker from the Philadelphia area, circa 1860s. Approximately .60 caliber, with all brass mountings. Relatively ornate patchbox with two piercings. Raised cheek piece with 8-point star inlay. There is an interesting carving near the wrist area on the stock with a stylized Indian shield with arrow design. Small silver wrist inlay. <BR><BR><B>Condition:</B></I> Sound wood with exception of a small replaced piece of wood in the usual location behind the hammer and an old crack in the butt. Metal is good with a pleasing patina throughout.<BR><BR><b>Shipping:</b> Bats, Clubs, Sticks, Swords, Rif (<a target="_blank" href="http://www.heritageauctions.com/common/shipping.php">view shipping information</a>)