3547 GOOD FLINTLOCK BARNETT INDIAN TRADE GUN.

Category Firearms & Military
Auction Currency USD
Start Price 1,250.00 USD
Estimated at 2,500.00 - 3,500.00 USD
Cal. .57. NSN. Classic Northwest trade gun, 52" overall, 36.5" octagonal to round barrel with English proofs. Pictured and described on pages 164-165 of "THE FUR TRADE". Author Milton Von Damm with further detail. Lock dated on tail "BARNETT / 1834", fur company mark on top of barrel and lock, raised beaver tail molding rear of tang, tall one piece iron trigger guard, brass butt plate & three screw serpent side plate. CONDITION: very good overall, has seen little use, good wood with some inset restoration around lock, good mechanics, clean smooth bore. PROVENANCE: Lifelong Collection of author Milton Von Damm. (01-24762/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,500-3,500.