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![]() ANTEBELLUM Antique M.S. SANDERSON .36 Underhammer Percussion TARGET Rifle Pre-CIVIL WAR Era New England Rifle BRASS FURNITURE Guns International #: 103162170 Seller's Inventory #: 254111 Category: Antique Rifles - Target - Antique Rifles - Percussion Seller's Information When emailing or calling sellers direct, please mention that you saw their listing on GunsInternational.com ![]() Seller: AncestryGunsLLC Company: Ancestry Guns LLC Member Since: 11/3/16 State: Missouri Zip: 65203 Country: United States Phone: (314) 707-7373 International Phone: 314-707-7373 Platinum Seller Number of Active Listings: 1075 Total Number of Listings: 38918 Seller: FFL Dealer Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns. Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, Certified Check, Money Order Description: ANTEBELLUM Antique M.S. SANDERSON .36 Underhammer Percussion TARGET Rifle Pre-CIVIL WAR Era New England Rifle BRASS FURNITURE Here we present an antique M.S. Sanderson Percussion Underhammer Target Rifle, manufactured in Proctorsville, Vermont, circa the pre-Civil War Era. Sanderson was an active gunmaker in Proctorsville during the mid to late-1850 to the early 1860s. The Underhammer was developed for several reasons. By having the ignition under the barrel, it was not in close proximity of the shooter’s eyes. It was also safer from flying debris and less distracting. Most of the debris was forced downwards in a safe direction away from the eyes. Also, the location of the percussion cap meant it was out of the weather when it rained. The ignition was also allowed for the spark to go directly into the powder under the barrel rather than a 90 degree bend like most other weapons. Most Underhammers were very simple in their moving parts. Some of the most simplistic designs consisted of only three moving parts, consisting of a main spring, trigger, and a hammer. The first known documented Underhammer rifle was a flintlock from Germany circa 1740. On the U.S. side of the Underhammer history, in the book “The Pictorial History of the Underhammer” by Herschel C. Logan, he states that the earliest maker is listed a C. Bird & Company from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Bird was a gunmaker who dates from 1790 to 1830. Herschel lists approximately 150 American gunmakers who made the Underhammer gun spanning between 1790 through 1900. In the mid to late 1840s, underhammer rifles became very popular in the United States for target shooting and hunting, though they would not become a part of the westward expansion. The barrel has been turned round at the muzzle for a bullet starter and features an adjustable bar type peep sight with a globe and post front sight. The overall condition is good. Refinished brown patina. The hammer doesn’t sit in the cocked position. Stock is solid and refinished as well. Markings are clear. Fully functioning adjustable rear peep sight. Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction. Barrel is 27-1/4 inches. Caliber: .36 Percussion Overall condition as seen in photos. Very Fast. Very Safe. FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE. Delivered directly to your door by express mail! Guaranteed AUTHENTIC & Includes CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY. ancestryguns $1500 #254111 Price: $1,500.00 Antique: Yes |