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CONDITION: Excellent plus, nearly as issued, retains
97% original blue finish on the barrel, 98% plus
vivid original case colors remain on the frame and
components with some areas of scattered light freckling.
Markings and edges in the metal are distinct. Wood is
also excellent with attractive original raised grain, some
scattered light handling marks and dings, defined edges and crisp cartouches. Mechanically excellent. As one of the finest examples Rock Island Auction Company has ever cataloged, this extraordinary Burnside Spencer Model 1865 carbine would make a fine addition to any U.S. martial firearms collection!
Provenance: The Greg Lampe Collection; Property of a Gentleman.
Estimate: 25,000 - 35,000
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