Guns International #: 102571609
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Guns International #: 102571609
Category - Remington Rifles - Antique
- Antique Rifles - Cartridge
Remington Hepburn No. 3 Sporting Rifle, 45-70 Cal, Octagon barrel, INDIAN used w/Provenance
Description: Remington Hepburn No. 3 Sporting Rifle, 45-70 Cal, Octagon barrel, INDIAN used w/ written Provenance Butt stock replaced with 1873 Winchester straight stock on Pistol grip Remington Hepburn frame, secured with rawhide sinew sown wrap See 3 hand written pages from US Army Captain Avery Smith relating story of how this rifle was found in the Patagonia Mountains of Southern Arizona in the 1960's while he was stationed at Fort Huachaca, Arizona. Letter of commendation to Captain Avery Smith from the Colonel that was the Assistant Commandant at the US Army Combat Surveillance School/Training Center in Fort Huachuca, Arizona. Document in pictures that details Captain Avery Smith's job description at Fort Huachaca, Arizona. Great weathered look you would expect of a heavly used Indian rifle that remains functional Price: $12,500.00 Antique: Yes Rifle Caliber: .45-70 Government Contact Seller |
Guns International #: 102571609
Guns International #: 102571609