Medals & Coins, Arms & Armour - 28th November 2024
Lot 307
A British .625 Baker flintlock service rifle, twist barrel 30 in., back sight with one standing and
Estimate £1,200 - £1,800 | Hammer £3150
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Description
AMENDED DESCRIPTION: A British .625 Baker flintlock service rifle, twist barrel 30 in., back sight with one standing and one folding leaf, hooked breech, London Company proof, flat lock plate marked 'TOWER' and with crowned 'GR', flat ring-necked cock, full stocked with brass furniture, Staudenmayer type trigger guard, steel ram rod. Section 58(2) - no licence required if possessed as a curiosity or ornament. AMENDMENT: this appears to be a composite arm with an associated lock.
(116.4cm OAL)
The George Geear Collection