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Antique Potsdam Musket

February 18th 2024 @ 7:15pm EST
Winning Bid
$415

Item Details

1817 Potsdam musket. Smooth bore rifle. Percussion cap conversion. Many of these were imported for the American Civil War. Brass butt plate and bands.

- approximately .70 caliber percussion cap rifle. Full stock.

- caliber not marked so caliber is a guess based upon measurements. Please double check with a qualified gunsmith before firing any ammunition.

Coin Class Morgan Dollar
Type Rifle
Materials Silver
Date 1884
Marks No Discernible Maker’s Mark
Origin United States, Prussia
Barrel Materials Steel
Number of Coins 1
Barrel Length (in.) 28, 41
Stock Materials Walnut
Period Early 19th Century
Load Type Muzzleloader
Propellant Black Powder

Condition

- fair to good condition. Some surface rust and pitting. Barrel appears to have been shortened. Handling marks consistent with age and use. Untested.

Dimensions

3.0" W x 8.5" H x 43.5" D

- overall measurements of the rifle.

  • Item is unable to be shipped or transferred due to specific carrier restrictions. Item must be picked up locally by winning bidder during the published pickup times.
  • Any firearm purchased should be thoroughly inspected prior to firing. If the caliber is not marked the caliber is an estimate based upon measurements. Please check with a qualified gunsmith before firing any ammunition.

Item #

ITMGK14225

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