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19MW-15 MERRILL RIFLE

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:900.00 USD Estimated At:3,000.00 - 6,000.00 USD
19MW-15 MERRILL RIFLE
Rare half stock plains rifle with breech loading percussion mechanism marked “J.H. Merrill, Baltimore” and last patent date “May 28, 1861” on the lock. 30” medium weight octagon barrel in approximately .52-54caliber smoothbore. Nicely burled and checkered stock with checkering and engraved German silver patchbox. The action, breech loading lever and mounts are engraved en-suite. The action needs minor repair.“R.S. Lawrence” marked Sharps style rear sight. German silver engraved fore end cap and the plate also matching. The condition is very good plus overall with most of its original brown on barrel, dulled casehardening on hammer and just slight erosion and minor pitting near firing areas of breech. 1 of 2 sporting style Merrill rifles this cataloger has viewed in 50 years and this one is the superior example. (Antique)Est.: $3000-$6000