US PERCUSSION MODEL 1841 WHITNEY ''MISSISSIPPI'' RIFLE: .54 caliber smoothbore 33'' barrel, lockplate stamped with E. Whitney, US and N. Haven 1850. Walnut full stock with double inspector cartouche, brass butt plate stamp with US and traces of inspector marks, brass patchbox and furniture. Original rod, overall measures 49'' long. Action currently working.
CONDITION: Typical pitting at breech, scratches and dings to stock, tarnish at butt.