Would anyone have a ballpark value on this 1836 Harpers Ferry? It is for sale locally for $1800.
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WANTED 1836
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Conquerordie
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I don't think the price is bad, but the hammer has different patina than the lock plate, so check to see if it's been reconverted from percussion, or if the hammer was replaced. That could effect the value. The rammer is not the original trumpet one that it should have as well. Not a biggie, just something else I noticed. Could have been used in its original flintlock config in the early days of the Civil War.
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It's a reconversion. The ramrod is also incorrect, and the stock heavily sanded. I doubt many collectors would have any interest in it other than parts. It's probably a $600 or $700 gun tops.
I thank you for the answers. I will pass on this and wait for a correct one to show up.
