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J & W H Moll Percussion Cap 48 GA Kentucky Rifle

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:600.00 USD Estimated At:1,500.00 - 3,000.00 USD
J & W H Moll Percussion Cap 48 GA Kentucky Rifle
Featured in this lot is a percussion cap full stock rifle marked J & W H Moll and chambered in 48 gauge. The rifle was manufactured by J & WH. Moll gunsmiths in the late 1800s. This is a circa 1870s percussion Kentucky long rifle with large heavy octagon barrel and high grade wood. The rifle shows a heavy 40" long barrel, walnut stock, brass trigger guard, double trigger system, brass butt plate and storage door in the stock, and warm patina. The top of the barrel is marked across the top "J & WH. Moll 1875" with star patterns. The barrel shows a brown finish with some light pitting and rust across the exterior. The rifle shows good mechanical condition with a working hammer and light trigger. The piece overall shows good condition with some light wear due to age. No Serial Number. This firearm qualifies as an antique and does not require FFL Transfer or NICS Background Check.*