Lot 73 , An 1868 Enfield percussion cap musket

An 1868 Enfield percussion cap musket
Estimate £200-300

Length of the entire gun is 138cm. All moving parts appear to be function as they should. The only missing piece are the buttons that connect one end of the strap to the loop. There is a repair to the timber just above the trigger. There are three pins possibly repaired surrounding a split to the opposite side of the hammer. There is also another split above this. All timber and metal has scuffs, scratches, etc. All parts show sign of wear commensurate with age.


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Sold for £180