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This attractive full stock flintlock longrifle was made by talented contemporary gunsmith R. S. Boyleston. The .54 caliber longrifle has a 39" octagonal barrel that is 7/8" across the muzzle. The high-grade curly maple stock is highlighted by both relief and incise carving. The patchbox is engraved brass with a floral finale. The brass tow plate, flintlock, and butt plate are finely fashioned and engraved. There are engraved silver inlays on the top and bottom of the wrist. There are three ramrod brass pipes with hickory ramrod. Very finely made longrifle in as new condition. Hard to find a better 20th century example. PROVENANCE: Gordon Barlow Collection. CONDITION: Excellent. Barrel Length: 39" Caliber/Bore: .54 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: R.S. Boyleston Model: Kentucky Rifle Serial Number: NSN
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(A) CONTEMPORARY LONGRIFLE BY R.S. BOYLESTON, AIKEN, SOUTH CAROLINA.
Estimate $2,000 - $3,000
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$1,000
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Firearms & Militaria - Day 2
Denver, PA, USA
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