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W.W. Marston Percussion Cartridge Rifle *Very Rare*
Guns International #: 102709466 Seller's Inventory #: 19
Category: Antique Rifles - Percussion - Antiques
Seller's Information
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Seller: Bighorn_Firearms_Denver
Member Since: 5/31/23
First Name: Ryan
Last Name: Resch
State: Colorado
Zip: 80222
Country: United States
Phone: (303) 758-9423
Number of Active Listings: 0
Total Number of Listings: 5
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, Personal Check, Certified Check
About Us: Bighorn Firearms is one of Colorado's premier firearms dealers. We're privately owned and have grown from the down home "mom n' pop" to one of the most respected gun shops in the Denver area. Bighorn Firearms retains that casual atmosphere and continues to provide the best of the best in a great customer experience in conjunction with a great variety of inventory and accessories. We have tenured and knowledgeable staff in not only modern firearms, but also antique, vintage, mil-surp, and collectable firearms as well. Going on our twelfth year in business, we plan on sticking around a while. Feel free to contact us with any questions.
Description:
This rifle is one of less than 300 breech loading percussion long guns manufactured by W.W. Marston of New York City, circa mid-1850s. Marston is best known for his pepperboxes, single and multi-barreled percussion and cartridge handguns. This is a unique example of an already rare gun featuring engravings and craftsmanship to catch anyone's eye. The left side of the receiver is marked "Wm W. MARSTON's/PATENT/NEW YORK/1850" This rifle is extremely RARE and was made in the mid 1850s. This rifle in particular is in great shape givin its age and history the metal has developed a nice patina and only show minor signs of wear and general handling givin it was made in the mid 1800s. This rifle is not in working order as the lever to open the breach does not fully extend, a gunsmith may be able to restore it to its functioning condition, however the hammer and trigger function as they should, locking in the full and half cock positions and the trigger having a crisp clean break. W. W. Marston has 12 different listings in the Flayderman book index. He manufactured 1861 Percussion muskets for the U.S. Government as well as many percussion pepperbox revolvers and single shot pistols. This is a very unique and rare rifle from American history, as stated above less than 300 of the rifles were manufactured in the mid 1800's. This would make an amazing addition to any collection especially if you are looking for american made antiques. Don't miss the opportunity to make this piece of history yours!!
SOLD
Antique: Yes
Rifle Caliber: .54
Manufacturer: W. W. Marston
Serial Number: 19
Condition: VERY GOOD
Metal Condition: VERY GOOD
Wood Condition: VERY GOOD
Bore Condition: VERY GOOD
Barrels: VERY GOOD
Stock: VERY GOOD
Manufacture Date: 1850's