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Lot 32:Potts & Hunt English Pattern 53 Artillery Percussion Rifle

December 3rd, 2010|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 32:Potts & Hunt English Pattern 53 Artillery Percussion Rifle

December 3rd, 2010|Rock Island, IL
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Potts & Hunt English Pattern 53 Artillery Percussion Rifle

The lock plate is marked "POTTS & HUNT / LONDON". The barrel has blade and ladder sights, a savre type bayonet lug is present on the right side, and British proofs on the left side. The steel nipple protector secured with a brass chain is included. Smooth straight grip stock with an iron forend tip, two barrel bands, sling swivels, and a flat buttplate. A crown/H proof is stamped on the underside of the buttstock (rear of the lower tang). Complete with an iron ramrod with a swollen head.

ConditionFine. The barrel retains 30% faded original blue finish with the balance a smooth crisp brown patina. The remaining surfaces have a smooth dark brown patina. Overall there is some minor spotting. The reoiled stock is fine with some minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.
Details
ManufacturerPotts & Hunt
ModelPercussion
TypeRifle
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge58
Barrel33 inch round
Finishblue
Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views5671
Catalog page12
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