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RARE ALL METAL PATENT MODEL

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Other Start Price:500.00 USD Estimated At:1,000.00 - 1,500.00 USD
RARE ALL METAL PATENT MODEL
RARE ALL METAL PATENT MODEL. Unusual patent model by Daniel Smith, Patent #6124 dated February 20, 1849. The patent is for an unusual hinged false muzzle to facilitate the easy loading of muzzle loading rifles. The idea incorporates a small section of bbl hinged at the bottom of the muzzle with a pin at the top that articulates over the muzzle and is a tapered false muzzle when in place. When stowed in its recess below the muzzle it latches in place with a spring loaded detent and acts as a front ramrod guide. In this instance the unit is attached to a 3-3/4" section of oct bbl with a metal bottom rail that has a metal ramrod guide. Accompanied by its original patent office tag and copy of the patent papers. Very few patent models were issued on muzzle loaded firearms. CONDITION: Extremely fine, retains virtually all of its original finish. The tag is worn and stained with some minor losses, not affecting the writing. 4-53201 JR809