Mid-19th century, .50 caliber smoothbore, 41 in. octagonal barrel with fixed brass sights; factory lockplate with obscured WARRANTED stamp under the hammer and two waterfowl in flight behind the hammer; the maple stock fitted with brass mounts and a conforming patchbox; a decorative brass crescent moon with human features is inlaid on the butt stock; wooden ramrod is present. Comes with rifle sock.

Overall length 56.5 in.

Private North Carolina Collection

The consignor was told this gun might be from Virginia.

Lacking one of six brass inlays under the barrel; light oxidation to ferrous elements; powder pitting at breech; bore needs thorough cleaning; mellow old patinas to wood and brass; working action, but somewhat loose hammer. Overall very good condition.