3223 SHARPS NEW MODEL 1863 MORRISON CUSTOM CARTRIDGE

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This item SOLD at 2021 Nov 07 @ 13:39UTC-05:00 : EST/CDT
Category Firearms & Military
Auction Currency USD
Start Price 600.00 USD
Estimated at 1,200.00 - 1,800.00 USD

CONVERSION RIFLE. Cal. 45-120. S# 44016. Bbl. 36" straight tapered heavy oct. measuring 1 1/16" across flats. Top flat of bbl. is marked "MORRISON / BANGOR MAINE". Bill Morrison (1921-2016) was a highly regarded Maine gunsmith. Bead post globe front sight w/ original Lawrence patent graduated leaf rear sight. Civil War conversion action w/ Maynard primer feed remaining on lock. Walnut stock w/ case colored buttplate & patch box. Left side of stock has 4 military cartouches. 2 Screw swivel on toeline, front swivel base is bbl. mounted. Custom schnabel tipped walnut forearm. CONDITION: bbl. retains 95% lightly faded blue. Action has gray appearance showing darkened corrosion w/ scattered light pitting. Stock has added finish over light wear & handling marks. Forearm has good custom finish. Bright near excellent. (01-20015/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.