Frank Wesson .38 Rimfire Two Trigger Single Shot Rifle 24 inch Octagonal type 2 Antique
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Specifications
Stock Number
LG0983
Condition
Used
Brand
Frank Wesson
Caliber
.38 (other)
Weight
1 lbs
Frank Wesson firearms are known for their mechanical innovation and historical importance. From compact pistols to military-use carbines, Wesson's designs combined simplicity, reliability, and craftsmanship. These firearms are valued by collectors and shooters alike for their unique features, including the patented two-trigger firing system.
Founded in the mid-1800s, Frank Wesson established his name as a gunsmith in Worcester, Massachusetts. He gained recognition during the Civil War for producing breech-loading rifles and carbines used by Union forces. His designs contributed to the evolution of American firearms and laid the groundwork for future innovation in single-shot and lever-action weapons.
Key models include the Fra…
Founded in the mid-1800s, Frank Wesson established his name as a gunsmith in Worcester, Massachusetts. He gained recognition during the Civil War for producing breech-loading rifles and carbines used by Union forces. His designs contributed to the evolution of American firearms and laid the groundwork for future innovation in single-shot and lever-action weapons.
Key models include the Fra…
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From a Nashville area collection comes this attractive and distinctive 19th century single shot Rifle. Manufacturer was Frank Wesson Worcester Mass, so marked on the upper barrel flat. Patent markings, below the manufacturer, read Pat’d Oct. 25, 1859 and Nov. 11, 1862. Model is Two Trigger, referring to the forward breech break trigger beside the actual trigger. Chambering is .38 Rimfire. Barrel is 24 1/4 inch Octagonal, .863 diameter with pentagonal bore from its five groove rifling. Sights are original dovetailed blade front and raised notch type rear, with an additional aperture tang sight. Serial number is 400s range, manufactured some time between 1863 and 1876. Finish has generous amounts of original bluing on the barrel, elsewhere brown and gray. Bore is bright and clean with only a few etchy spots near the muzzle. Mechanism is operable and tight. Stock has only one hairline crack underside behind the tang. We rate this rifle as Good Condition, but photos ought to suffice for our distinguished shoppers to judge finish grade for themselves. We’re offering this historic rifle for only $ 1689.00. FOID required for Illinois Buyers. HI and NJ buyers must transfer through an FFL. Photo ID copy required for all others.
Shipping Cost
$ 30
Shipping Description
$30 lower 48; $60 AK, HI, PR, UPS or USPS. No Returns on NIB, Lay-away, or Ammo. Lay-away OK, 20% down, 90 days to pay. We Buy, Sell, or Trade we always have, since 1952.
