DuMouchelles
Live Auction

Pewabic Pottery, Antique Firearms & Presidential Letters

Fri, May 20, 2016 06:30PM EDT - Sat, May 21, 2016 06:30PM EDT
Lot 238

ADAM SCHURK MUNCHEN ZIMMERSTUTZEN PARLOR RIFLE

Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $5
$30 $10
$100 $25
$400 $50
$900 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$150,000 $10,000
ADAM SCHURK, MUNCHEN, ZIMMERSTUTZEN, PARLOR RIFLE, 4MM CAL., C1860-1880, L 24 1/2" BARREL:Adam Schurk, Munchen (Munich), Zimmerstutzen Parlor rifle, commonly shot indoors hence the name. Having a 24 1/2" octagonal barrel with only approx. 9" functioning barrel and chamber at the muzzle. The firearm is a lever action with ornate scroll form, which cocks the firing pin that extends up to the muzzle at the bolt action loading mechanism, 9" from the muzzle, firing a single shot .4mm cap and ball cartridge. Double triggers, beautiful walnut stock, cheek plate and forearm with silver scroll work inlays. Engraved game scenes on the receiver. Large peep sight and front post sight with side plates. Cleaning rod is attached to the finial on top of butt plate which unscrews from stock revealing said cleaning rod.

Condition

good condition.