Comments on: John Zimmerman, Firearms Expert http://www.historynet.com/john-zimmerman-firearms-expert.htm From the World's Largest History Magazine Publisher Thu, 23 May 2013 22:48:04 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 By: Diana Brown http://www.historynet.com/john-zimmerman-firearms-expert.htm#comment-869522 Diana Brown Thu, 07 Feb 2013 23:01:33 +0000 http://www.historynet.com/?p=13682069#comment-869522 Hi Mr. Zimmerman. First of all let me say that I love Harpers Ferry. My daughter and her family lived there for several years and my granddaughter went to Harpers Ferry middle school. They lived in a townhouse across the street from King's Pizza. I have come across two identical swivel cannon guns that I think are from the Civil War and would appreciate any information you might be able to give me. They are 17 inches long and are cast iron, very heavy. I can send pictures if you tell me where to send them. Hi Mr. Zimmerman. First of all let me say that I love Harpers Ferry. My daughter and her family lived there for several years and my granddaughter went to Harpers Ferry middle school.
They lived in a townhouse across the street from King's Pizza.

I have come across two identical swivel cannon guns that I think are from the Civil War and would appreciate any information you might be able to give me. They are 17 inches long and are cast iron, very heavy. I can send pictures if you tell me where to send them.

]]> By: John Latty http://www.historynet.com/john-zimmerman-firearms-expert.htm#comment-794128 John Latty Mon, 02 Apr 2012 00:50:58 +0000 http://www.historynet.com/?p=13682069#comment-794128 Sir, I am seeking information on tracking a Joslyn "October 8th 1861 June 24th 1862." The serial number is 1123. It is in the possession of a friend whose family members took it from a Sherman bummer south of Atlanta in late 1864. The bummer was hanged. I am attempting to trace the gun, if possible, to the soldier and his identity. I would appreciate any advice. John latty Gainesville, GA Sir,

I am seeking information on tracking a Joslyn "October 8th 1861 June 24th 1862." The serial number is 1123. It is in the possession of a friend whose family members took it from a Sherman bummer south of Atlanta in late 1864. The bummer was hanged. I am attempting to trace the gun, if possible, to the soldier and his identity.

I would appreciate any advice.

John latty
Gainesville, GA

]]> By: George Rome http://www.historynet.com/john-zimmerman-firearms-expert.htm#comment-784975 George Rome Wed, 21 Dec 2011 00:06:38 +0000 http://www.historynet.com/?p=13682069#comment-784975 I purchased a 1941 model Johnson 30.06 rifle SN-3099 Steel Butt SN-765 I bought it in 1974 from an older X-Marine since guns were Illegal to have on Okinawa. I bought from him & shipped it back to the states I paid $40.00. He told me it was his issued rile before they made his unit go to the M-1 Grand. He has married to an Okinawa woman since then he has died he did tell me one day it would be worth some money? I fired it for the first time a few months back I shot 40 rounds flawlessly & was the most accurate gun I ever shot at 100 Yards. The only problem I had is the Bolt does not stay open even after the last shot? I saw other videos from web sites where the bolt says open after the final shot. Is this a flaw in the weapon? I have heard early models were like this until the military made them change is this true? When I pull the bolt back it does not lock which creates a problem at the range, Bolts must be in an open position when live firing is stopped, so I jam a wooden block between the bolts. What is the history of this gun & what is it worth below are photos? The gun to me is in very nice condition & is all original condition I purchased a 1941 model Johnson 30.06 rifle SN-3099 Steel Butt SN-765
I bought it in 1974 from an older X-Marine since guns were Illegal to have on Okinawa. I bought from him & shipped it back to the states I paid $40.00. He told me it was his issued rile before they made his unit go to the M-1 Grand. He has married to an Okinawa woman since then he has died he did tell me one day it would be worth some money? I fired it for the first time a few months back I shot 40 rounds flawlessly & was the most accurate gun I ever shot at 100 Yards. The only problem I had is the Bolt does not stay open even after the last shot? I saw other videos from web sites where the bolt says open after the final shot. Is this a flaw in the weapon? I have heard early models were like this until the military made them change is this true? When I pull the bolt back it does not lock which creates a problem at the range, Bolts must be in an open position when live firing is stopped, so I jam a wooden block between the bolts. What is the history of this gun & what is it worth below are photos? The gun to me is in very nice condition & is all original condition

]]> By: Carl Reynolds http://www.historynet.com/john-zimmerman-firearms-expert.htm#comment-642587 Carl Reynolds Thu, 14 Jul 2011 16:29:04 +0000 http://www.historynet.com/?p=13682069#comment-642587 Dear Sir: Among the possessions in my late father's estate is what appears to be, from my internet research, a Berdan Sharps new model 1859. It matches all descriptions and is in fine condition (serial# 55369). Would you know of an expert in the eastern part of PA who could take a look at this for me, and possibly give me an appraisal? Thanks in advance. Carl Reynolds Lancaster Co. PA Dear Sir:
Among the possessions in my late father's estate is what appears to be, from my internet research, a Berdan Sharps new model 1859. It matches all descriptions and is in fine condition (serial# 55369). Would you know of an expert in the eastern part of PA who could take a look at this for me, and possibly give me an appraisal? Thanks in advance.
Carl Reynolds
Lancaster Co. PA

]]> By: donna http://www.historynet.com/john-zimmerman-firearms-expert.htm#comment-627714 donna Sun, 03 Jul 2011 14:21:27 +0000 http://www.historynet.com/?p=13682069#comment-627714 I have recently purchased what i believe is an original hawken rifle from the 1800's but i can't find any markings on the rifle and i'm afraid to take the barrel off over all i would say its in good condition. can you help. its a 36 cal. overall length is almost 52 inches. half stock with original ram rod. octagonal barrel some dull design on the plate. looks like a pewter cap and brass on the butt end. tiger wood. I have recently purchased what i believe is an original hawken rifle from the 1800's but i can't find any markings on the rifle and i'm afraid to take the barrel off over all i would say its in good condition. can you help. its a 36 cal. overall length is almost 52 inches. half stock with original ram rod. octagonal barrel some dull design on the plate. looks like a pewter cap and brass on the butt end. tiger wood.

]]> By: Bruce Davidson http://www.historynet.com/john-zimmerman-firearms-expert.htm#comment-306786 Bruce Davidson Tue, 06 Jul 2010 15:12:14 +0000 http://www.historynet.com/?p=13682069#comment-306786 If you are ever in the Harpers Ferry, WV area be sure to stop at Mr. Zimmerman's gun shop and see this man's work. "Expert" is an understatement in this case. If you are ever in the Harpers Ferry, WV area be sure to stop at Mr. Zimmerman's gun shop and see this man's work. "Expert" is an understatement in this case.

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