3453 JOSEPH GOLCHER HALF STOCK PERCUSSION RIFLE.

Category Firearms & Military
Auction Currency USD
Start Price 350.00 USD
Estimated at 700.00 - 1,000.00 USD
Cal. 45. NSN. Bbl. 34 1/2". Half stock percussion rifle produced by Joseph Golcher. Lockplate exhibits a small scene of 2 birds, with "JOSEPH GOLCHER" engraved within a banner at the tail. Wood stock features later added checkering at the wrist. V-notch rear sight with brass blade front sight. CONDITION: metal components exhibit a gray patina, with areas of mild discoloration present overall. Action functions appropriately when cycled by hand. Stock exhibits scattered marks and impressions, with a crack that stems from the right side of the receiver tang, that runs to the lockplate. (01-25084/MLW). ANTIQUE. $700-1,000.