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Lot 173

Rare Judd Franklin Ledbetter North Carolina Jamestown School Longrifle

Estimate: $800 - $1,200
Starting Bid
$400

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(Guilford County, NC, 1834-1874) circa 1870s, percussion halfstock, 32-1/4 in. heavy barrel, 3/8 in. bore, dovetail blade front sight, split rear sight, 4-3/4 in. rounded three screw barrel tang, faint " Address J.F. Le......r" and Roman numeral "IV" on top of barrel, figured maple stock with raised cheek rest, lightly engraved sidelock with stitch engraved lock plate, stitch engraved toe plate, brass trigger guard, butt plate, ramrod thimble and guides, and forend cap, 48-3/4 in.

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

Note: Judd Franklin Ledbetter was the brother of Chesley Ledbetter, his gun shop was located at the entrance of Camp Uwharrie, present day Akela Drive, along Guilford College Road, he was known as a maker of quality half stock rifles, The Longrifle Makers of Guilford County, pg. 17, C. Michael Briggs.

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

stock with very little wear, some light abrasions, likely refinished, thin 1-1/4 in. patch repair to stock above front of lock plate, wear to wood around brass trigger guard pin. barrel with handling wear and oxidation consistent with age and use, loss to ramrod tip, likely replaced screws at tang and toe plate, cock and triggers function, cock may release without manipulation 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.