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CONDITION: Very good with traces of original finish towards the breech, attractive
untouched gray and brown patina collectors desire in a frontier firearm on the remaining
metal surfaces, some vise marks on the barrel above the rear wedge, minor oxidation
and pitting, and generally fairly minor overall wear for a classic Hawken rifle. The stock is
also very good and has moderate wear, a crack on the left at the breech, and small chips
and slivers absent. The ramrod is frozen in place and protrudes two inches forward of the
muzzle. The adjustment screw for the set triggers is absent, although the triggers and
lock function. Overall, this is a very attractive and rare example and is one of the finest
full-stock Hawken rifles we have offered at auction!
Estimate: 65,000 - 110,000