^Lot 3365 N. WHITMORE BOSTON MADE BACK ACTION PERCUSSION

HALF STOCK TARGET RIFLE. Cal. 36. Bbl 32" oct with dovetailed globe post front sight. Finial decorated dovetailed elevator adjustable rear sight. Bbl marked "N. WHITMORE/CAST STEEL/BOSTON" with a vacant German silver inset. Fine foliate scroll engraved tang, lock, hammer, trigger guard, accents and patchbox. Smooth straight grip walnut stock with German silver furniture. Double set triggers. Replacement ramrod. Vacant pull in top tang for a target sight. CONDITION: overall very good. Metal surfaces have an even grayish-brown patina with a fine freckled oxidation. Crisp markings and engraving. Stock has some scattered dings, dents and handling marks with large loss of wood around sideplate/bolster area and a few chips around the lock. Good bore. (01-29128/ZAL). ANTIQUE. $400-600.