Let Us Watch This One
 

Ok Boyz let see how good ya all are at apprisal Let us follow this auction lot and see what it goes for.

This is a contemporary Flintlock lock rifle probably built in the 1970's or 80's. It was built by William Buchele. Do some research and give me some info that is not in the description and what ya think it will sell for at auction later this month.








https://www.proxibid.com/asp/LotDetail.asp?ahid=1290&aid=34943&lid=9512694&rfpb =0#0

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1293999797.jpg

I'll go 10 bucks ;)

Meh. They're a dime a dozen here in Canada... even the street thugs have them.

;)

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Maybe ifn U Boyz spend a few doin some reserach ya might larn yoself sumthin...I wana feel that tingle up my leg of being impressed with yer knowledge...

Gee Tabby....should I start telling you about pool cue auctions? What's a MINT Palmer Model M from the 2nd catalog, both shafts, still oriignal tips, in the original case, worth?

What? You don't know? Damn Tabby, you need to educate yourself! :rolleyes:

Your probably looking at around $3500 for a nice one...mint might top out around 4K.

Price estimate......
 

Since this one is being sold in a Martin auction where big bucks tend to gather, it is going to be hard to say. However, I know of several other custom built flint rifles done by quality builders currently for sale at around $1200 - $2,000. I would say that in this auction, the gun you are showing will bring around $3,500. Worth it? Maybe, maybe not, but like I said, there will be some deep pockets bidding!

It says it's a public poll and anyone can see how you vote, How do you see that?

Basic PO Boys and Barn rifles go for $1200 to $2000... Start embellishing, with wood , carving, inlays, engraving. it goes up and then add in the notriety of the builder....that is the basic price structure involved. in having one made.

Another factor is if the builder made his own lock and or barrel. Some builder go to that level of craftsmanship.

Being a good conservative I want U to take responsibility for your vote.

This is kind of a fun thing, do a bit of a search, come to a conclusion and cast your vote. Then see who can come the closeest to the price realized.

He may be too preoccupied anticipating his Boyz sending tingles up his leg. :)

I already voted, 4to5k

Lot No: 5317

A contemporary American full-stocked flintlock rifle by William Buchele

The 42 inch browned octagonal barrel in .45 caliber, the top flat signed W. Buchele Signed lock. Brass furniture, the pierced patchbox with bird finial. Full striped maple stock relief-carved with scrolls under the fore-end, behind the barrel tang and on either side of cheekpiece.
Condition: Excellent.
See Illustration


Sold for $3,218 inclusive of Buyer's Premium

Ah yes, another thread created by the great and powerful Oz to showcase his expansive and extensive knowledge of all things banal, then cajole others for not demonstrating the correct level of knowledge.

Whatever.


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Well, I'll bet THAT didn't send a tingle up his leg.

But, then again...you never know. :D

Actually, Clavin comes to mind before Kingsfield.:)

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This is the voice of mediocrity

And this is the voice of imbecility

And yours is the voice of?

Go to the poll after you vote, and click on any of the numbers on the right of how many voted.

I rest my case. Hook, line sinker.

Thank you.