Guns International #: 103162170
Seller's Inventory #: 254111

Category - Antique Rifles - Target - Antique Rifles - Percussion

Category
Antique Rifles - Target
Antique Rifles - Percussion

ANTEBELLUM Antique M.S. SANDERSON .36 Underhammer Percussion TARGET Rifle Pre-CIVIL WAR Era New England Rifle BRASS FURNITURE

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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.

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$1500

#254111
 

Antique: Yes

Price: $1,500.00
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