OK so what am I missing here ? Famous maker ?

[TNBandit]

I am floored by the hammer price on this broken antique rifle. Auction estimate was $75-$150. Ended up selling for 10k, What's the deal ? EARLY 19TH C. KENTUCKY STYLE MUSKET OCTAGONAL - Jan 15, 2022 | Turkey Creek Auctions in FL

 

[DuncNZ]

All that means is two idiots got in a bidding war , and someone is going to have a good time and make even more money fixing it up .

 

[JamesT]

Its a fine rifle. I looked at the listing. It is signed, was originally flint, had a wooden patchbox, and really splendid carving behind the cheek piece. I am not a collector and dont have that kind of cash. It is amazing if it really brought that much at auction.
James

 

[sheriff john]

Someone with palsy hit the zero on the keyboard ? That's a whole lot of money.

 

[TNBandit]

Someone with palsy hit the zero on the keyboard ? That's a whole lot of money.

Would have to have been 2 people with palsy taking turns hitting it. That particular auction only raises bids by $50 increments

 

[rich pierce]

It’s by Joel Ferree. Nothing as early as this of his has survived. He was an important maker but only 3-5 guns survived as far as I know. So, early, Revolutionary War era, important maker, not faked up, as found. We may think it’s out of hand but for the big collectors, a new, early, signed rifle by an important maker whose work is scarce = a high price. Everybody who studies early PA rifles will think this is a very important gun.

 

[TNBandit]

It’s by Joel Ferree. Nothing as early as this of his has survived. He was an important maker but only 3-5 guns survived as far as I know. So, early, Revolutionary War era, important maker, not faked up, as found. We may think it’s out of hand but for the big collectors, a new, early, signed rifle by an important maker whose work is scarce = a high price. Everybody who studies early PA rifles will think this is a very important gun.

Now it makes sense. Thank you

 

[JamesT]

It’s by Joel Ferree. Nothing as early as this of his has survived. He was an important maker but only 3-5 guns survived as far as I know. So, early, Revolutionary War era, important maker, not faked up, as found. We may think it’s out of hand but for the big collectors, a new, early, signed rifle by an important maker whose work is scarce = a high price. Everybody who studies early PA rifles will think this is a very important gun.

Now I can see the signature! Yes what an awesome piece of America. Joel and Jacob Ferree of Paradise\ Strasburg area of Lanc. Co. right? I had the privilege of handling a Ferree rifle. One of the two was killed by Indians if I'm not mistaken. Both brothers were gun makers. Am I correct Rich? Any more info on this piece??
James

 

[rich pierce]

James, you’re on track- I am sure details will be forthcoming. New owner doesn’t have it in hand yet.

 

[The Crisco Kid]

10k is a lot of cash for me but it's just pocket change for a lot of collectors.

 

[JamesT]

10k is a lot of cash for me but it's just pocket change for a lot of collectors.

Yeah for me too. I'm gonna tell you right now though. If I had the funds id spend that in a heartbeat on this rifle. Its an American Treasure. Besides its close to home and in I know where the homestead is they were raised and lived. Something deep to me. Cash is just that. Cash.
James

 

[Flint.]

Yeah for me too. I'm gonna tell you right now though. If I had the funds id spend that in a heartbeat on this rifle. Its an American Treasure. Besides its close to home and in I know where the homestead is they were raised and lived. Something deep to me. Cash is just that. Cash.
James

And the buyers premium is 25% for this auction company!

 

[rich pierce]

I expect about $5000 for a great restoration job. Then the gun is worth $60,000.

 

[TNBandit]

I wonder if the seller knew what they had or if they're still recovering from a heart attack at the hammer price.

 

[TNBandit]

I expect about $5000 for a great restoration job. Then the gun is worth $60,000.

We're all friends here.. Did you buy it ? lol

 

[Rawhide67]

Alas, was is and always will be far beyond my financial abilities.

 

[Hatman/2nd line]

Alas, was is and always will be far beyond my financial abilities.

Ditto!!

 

[rich pierce]

If I’d seen it I’d have given a go but fallen short.

 

[rocullen]

Is that a screw holding the rear trigger guard tang?

 

[rocullen]

nobody wants to say?