Contemporary Flintlock Jaeger Rifle after Georg Keiser of Vienna
Sale 1330 - Arms, Armor and Militaria Online
Lots Open
Apr 19, 2024
Lots Close
May 2, 2024
Timed Online / Cincinnati
Estimate
$1,000 -
$1,500
Sold for $600
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
Contemporary Flintlock Jaeger Rifle after Georg Keiser of Vienna
John B. Derrick (American, b.1936)
.50 caliber. 31" octagonal barrel. SN: NSN. Browned metal finish. Figured Turkish walnut stock has carved rococo scroll to straight grip, forearm, and butt. Flintlock rifle with two leaf folding notch rear sight and brass blade front sight. Item features double set triggers, double sling mounts, and a patchbox to right side of butt. Stock is fitted with heavy wax-cast fittings showing details that include hunters on horseback, intertwined beasts, and scrollwork. Includes bone tipped ramrod.
This lot is located in Cincinnati.
Condition Report
Very good. Bore is bright. Finish has pitting overall. Wood stock shows few light scratches. Action is functional.
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