Sale 1987
| Cincinnati
| Cincinnati
Estimate$3,000 – $5,000
.40 caliber. 44" pinned octagonal barrel. SN: 1. Browned finish, brass furniture, figured hardwood stock. Unmarked lock, left angled breech flat with "I-B" maker's mark. German silver acorn wrist plate engraved "SD". A truly stunning example of a modern recreated raised carved Golden Age Kentucky Rifle by one of the masters of the art, who studied under Walace Gussler. This gorgeous gun features a slightly more than 2" thick butt with engraved two-piece brass patch box with the release in the top of the buttplate. Raised cheek rest on reverse with Rococo carving and silver wire inlays, raised carve leaf motif apron around the tang, incised lines along toe line of stock and forend. A really lovely early rifle recreation.
The Collection of Larry Ness
Very fine. Retains nearly all of the brown on the barrel and lock, showing little use. Crisp throughout, with some minor wear from handling. Mechanically functional, fine bore, crisp wood with some light handling marks and minor surface scuffs and mars from handling.
The physical condition of lots in our auctions can vary due to age, normal wear and tear, previous damage, and restoration/repair. All lots are sold "AS IS," in the condition they are in at the time of the auction, and we and the seller make no representation or warranty and assume no liability of any kind as to a lot's condition. Any reference to condition in a catalogue description or a condition report shall not amount to a full accounting of condition. Condition reports prepared by Freeman's staff are provided as a convenience and may be requested from the Department prior to bidding.
The absence of a posted condition report on the Freeman's website or in our catalogues should not be interpreted as commentary on an item's condition. Prospective buyers are responsible for inspecting a lot or sending their agent or conservator to inspect the lot on their behalf, and for ensuring that they have requested, received and understood any condition report provided by Freeman's.
Please email for any additional information or questions you may have regarding this lot.
To request further details about this lot, please email conditionreports@freemansauction.com

Tim Carey
Associate Vice President, Head of Department, Arms, Armor and Militaria