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Lot 181

Austrian Model 1854 Civil War Import Jagerstutzen Rifle

Estimate: $400 - $800
Starting Bid
$200

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.54 caliber, 28 in. octagonal barrel, round for 4-1/4 in. at muzzle with barrel lug to accommodate a socket bayonet, blade front sight, with curved adjustable rear sight, encircled Belgian proof mark "E / LG / star" under rear sight on barrel flat, indiscernible markings to barrel flat at breech, lock plate marked with "..861.." and a stamped "Austrian Eagle" behind cock, two screw side plate, possible proof markings under butt stock between swivel and trigger guard, iron furniture, comb plate marked " VII L.V.I. / 7611", steel ramrod, 43-1/4 in overall

Provenance: From The Collections of Dr. George Waynick and Dr. Edward G. Hill Jr., Old Salem, North Carolina

Note: These particular rifles were used extensively by Austrian light infantry units, specifically the Habsburg army units, proving to be very effective in forested and mountainous terrain they were imported during the civil war and and used in both the Union and Confederate armies.

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From The Collections of Dr. George Waynick and Dr. Edward G. Hill Jr., Old Salem, North Carolina

patina and oxidation to metal components, handling wear to wooden stock throughout, missing front swivel, likely not original ramrod, initials carved into left side of stock, series of markings to left side of barrel flat above side plate, small split to front left forend, chip to wood behind tang, old 3 in. loss to wood at left side of stock above side plate, curved sliding rear sight absent, cock and trigger in working order Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.