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This rifle was
sold at Auction in New Zealand in December 2001 for NZ$15,000.00 + 10%
buyers premium.
Auctioneer:
Militaria.co.nz
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Lot 885
.461 Calibre George Gibbs Percussion Target Rifle. 35 1/2" tapered
round heavy barrel marked "George Gibbs, 29 Corn St Bristol",
and "Metford's Patent, 1011" on a 3" top flat at breech.
Bore very good. Plain lock marked "George Gibbs". Barrel has
some finish in sheltered areas, mainly a grey-brown patina. Some spots
of pitting. Lock, hammer and trigger guard are a grey patina. Fitted
with its original fore and rear sights. Very good straight grained walnut
half stock, chequered at pistol grip. Horn fore-end nose cap. Butt sling
swivel missing. Action strong. S/N 1011. A previous owner's initials
engraved on top of breech flat. VGWO&G-VGC. Complete with a bullet
mould
and false muzzle, both non original. In 1842 George Gibbs was at 142
Thomas Street, he moved to Clare Street, and then to 29 Corn Street
in 1858. A scarce rifle not often offered for sale in New Zealand.
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