Page 97 - 89-FLIPBOOK1

CONDITION: Exceptionally fine, with a mix of gray and smooth light brown patina on the iron surfaces, some patches of light surface pitting, very tight lock fitment, and sharp markings and edges in the metal overall. The stock is very fine with attractive raised grains and rich oil finish, a few minor chips, cracks on either side at the forend, a few minor cracks ahead of the buttplate, defined edges and mostly clear stampings. Mechanically fine. Included bayonet is good with scattered brown corrosion/pitting. Seize this rare opportunity to acquire one of the finest examples of a U.S. Springfield Model 1795 musket Rock Island Auction Company has ever had the opportunity to offer!
Provenance: The Jonathan Peck Collection; The Greg Lampe Collection.
Estimate: 18,000 - 27,500
95