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Mid-1800s Shotgun/Rifle Combo (Cape gun)

Currency:USD Category:Western Americana Start Price:20.00 USD Estimated At:300.00 - 500.00 USD
Mid-1800s Shotgun/Rifle Combo (Cape gun)
Property being sold is not new! Dents, dings, scratches and other damage may be present—and is common—on used and vintage items. Items are available for preview well in advance of the auction and we take several pictures as well. Please inspect thoroughly PRIOR to bidding. Once auctioneer says “SOLD” Buyer assumes all responsibility for items.
A rare “Cape” gun manufactured for P. Powell and Son (who was established in Cincinnati, Ohio in 1835). Damascus barrels. Rifle barrel is fluted. Barrel measures 32 inches long. Overall length is 48.5 inches. Evidence of crack and repair with old brass tacks on the stock. Being sold as a collector’s item and not warranted safe to shoot. No FFL paperwork required on this antique gun which was made pre-1898. We will only ship this item to the United States and only where it is legal to do so. Please know your local/state laws before buying. Please look closely at pics - they are an important part of our description. Shipping: There will be a $10 handling / packaging fee for shipping this lot. The actual cost of postage will be added on top of that.