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CONDITION: Exceptionally fine, exhibiting highly attractive original armory bright surfaces, some
light surface pitting on the inside of the trigger guard, 97% original blue finish on the barrel bands, 70% original blue finish on the rear sight with smooth brown patina on the balance, 85% plus vibrant original case colors on the lock and hammer with scattered light freckling, and absolutely sharp markings and edges in the metal overall. The stock is very fine with attractive raised and feathered walnut grains, distinct edges overall, some scattered light handling marks and exceptionally crisp cartouches. Mechanically excellent. Included bayonet is excellent. One will look a long time to find an upgrade on this exceptional example of a U.S. Springfield Model 1863 rifle-musket!
Provenance: The Bob Noske Collection; The Jack Lewis Jr. Collection; The Greg Lampe Collection. Estimate: 5,500 - 8,500
CONDITION: Exceptionally fine, exhibiting highly attractive armory bright iron surfaces with only very
light freckling, 98% original blue finish on the rear sight, 98% plus vibrant original case colors on the lock and hammer, a few small patches of minor pitting on the buttplate, and absolutely sharp edges and markings in the metal overall. The stock is also excellent with attractive raised and feathered walnut grains, rich oil finish, distinct edges overall, professionally enhanced/filled in edges behind each of the barrel bands, some occasional light handling marks, tight fitment around all the edges where the wood meets the metal, and exceptionally crisp cartouches. Mechanically excellent. Included bayonet is excellent. This outstanding example of a U.S. Springfield Model 1864 rifle-musket would be an upgrade in any Civil War collection!
Provenance: The Bob Noske Collection; The David Aroh Collection; The Greg Lampe Collection.
Estimate: 7,500 - 11,000
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