Lot 540:
U.S. Navy S. North Hall-North Model 1843 Percussion Carbine, dated 1848
Sold for: $1,150
Description
An antique U.S. Navy S. North Hall-North Model 1843 percussion carbine, dated 1848. This military long gun features a full-length dark stained wooden stock and heavily patinated metal components. The lock plate is clearly marked “U.S.N.”, “S. NORTH”, “MIDLETN”, “CONN.”, and dated “1848”, indicating manufacture by S. North in Middletown, Connecticut for the U.S. Navy in that year. A “P” over “X” proof mark is also visible on the barrel. This is a breech-loading percussion lock firearm.
Condition report:
The item exhibits significant age and wear. The wood stock shows various dents and scratches, consistent with prolonged use. The metal elements, including the barrel, lockwork, and buttplate, display extensive surface rust, pitting, and a dark, worn finish. The overall condition is consistent with prolonged military use and storage.
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