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Antique rifle J. Bishop model Percussion, .52 cal (?) single Shot muzzle loading, w/ bbl length 26"

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Antique rifle J. Bishop model Percussion, .52 cal (?) single Shot muzzle loading, w/ bbl length 26
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Antique rifle J. Bishop model Percussion, .52 cal (?) single Shot muzzle loading, w/ bbl length 26" [Blued heavy part round, part octagonal barrel. Fixed front and adjustable rear sights. Highly decorative half length wooden stock with curved metal butt plate. Fitted with set trigger and includes ram rod. Fitted with newer adjustable rear sight and presumably original screw adjustable combination peep and slot rear sight. Metal inlay appears to be nickel or silver plated. Lock plate marked "J. BISHOP, WARRANTED" and marked under barrel on right side is " REMINGTON". Most bluing worn leaving brown gray patina and some surface pitting. Mechanically appears to function reasonably well. Has significant crack on stock above trigger and following through to behind rear sight. Consignor purports that he has fired it and the crack has not interfered or worsen. Age appropriate marks to wood and metal.] serial # NIL, No PAL required. Descriptions subject to change.