Historic Arms & Militaria
Description:
British Commercial Long Land Pattern Musket, c. 1750s, .78 caliber, walnut stock (damage),brass fittings, pattern 1756 lock, iron ramrod, barrel lg. 46, overall lg. 62 1/2 in.
Estimate $2,000-3,000
Stock has some small repairs and spots filled with putty, the forend has a crack just above the 2nd ramrod pipe. The lock functions but is pitted as is the barrel.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200