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Model 1855 Iron-Mounted Harpers Ferry Rifle
4/30/2014 - Firearms and Militaria: Live Salesroom Auction
.58 caliber, 33" round barrel, with V P and eagle near breech, dated 1860 on the top of breech. Lockplate marked 1860 in the rear. Eagle on Maynard tape primer cover, Harpers Ferry. Two barrel bands with saber bayonet attachment.  Walnut stock with iron patchbox.

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All metal has very sharp and crisp markings. Metal parts have been cleaned to bright with some very minute pitting on some parts. Stock is very sharp and crisp with remains of a vague cartouche.
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