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LOT 3175
Exceptional Civil War U.S. Massachusetts Arms Co. Second Model Maynard Breech Loading Percussion Saddle Ring Carbine - Serial no. 25412, 50 cal., 20 inch part octagon bbl., blue/casehardened finish, walnut
stock. Maynard carbines were easily among the best cavalry weapons available during the Civil War.
Both sides used them and held them in high regard. Approximately 20,000 second model Maynard carbines were manufactured between
1864-1865. Some were issued to the 6th, 9th, and 11th Indiana Cavalry as well as the 10th and 11th East Tennessee Union Cavalry. Single letter inspection initials on some components, and two boxed script “JM” inspection cartouches stamped on the left stock wrist. “O’N 21.” stamped on the buttplate.
With a saddle ring hook. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine, retains 95% original blue finish on the barrel with some scratches and nicks, 90% plus vivid original case colors with some minor fading at the leading
edges of the frame, 60% plus original niter blue finish on the hammer, the buttplate retains 20% original niter blue finish, with a few patches of light freckling, and sharp edges and markings in
the metal overall. Stock is fine with defined edges, numerous scattered scratches and dents, and exceptionally crisp cartouches. Mechanically excellent. Estimate: 3,500 - 5,000
LOT 3176
Very Fine U.S. Contract Spencer Model 1865 Repeating Carbine with German Proofs - Serial no. 19103, 50 Spencer cal., 20 inch round bbl., blue/casehardened finish, walnut stock. Spencer Repeating Rifle Co. manufactured the Model 1865 carbines in 1865-1866, serial numbered in the approximate range 1-23000, chambered for use with 56-50 “50 Spencer” rimfire. Spencers continued to be used by the U.S. Army in the American West after the Civil War during various conflicts with Native American tribes until they were replaced by the Springfield Trapdoor rifles and carbines. Some of these Spencer carbines were sold as surplus to France for use during the Franco-Prussian War and that is likely the case with this example given the 1890s German “crown/V” proofs stamped on the top of the barrel and frame at the breech. It otherwise has the standard markings and features of the Model 1865 Spencers and is equipped with the Stabler
cut-off. Four small carved “kill” notches are located at the toe of the stock. CONDITION: Very fine, retains 80% plus original blue finish on the barrel with a patch of light pitting visible on the left, 70% original case colors with some scattered light freckling, and scattered areas of dried grease. Wood is fine as sanded and re-oiled, with defined edges, faintly visible carvings on the left and bottom of the buttstock, some scattered mild scratches and dents, a few small chips at some of the edges, and visible cartouches. Mechanically excellent. Estimate: 2,750 - 4,250
LOT 3177
Very Fine U.S. Civil War American Machine Works Smith Breech Loading Percussion Saddle Ring Carbine - Serial no. 8180, 50 cal., 21 5/8 inch part octagon bbl., blue/casehardened finish, walnut stock. Reportedly, 30,362 Smith carbines were purchased by the U.S. Government throughout the Civil War. Some of these carbines were issued to the 3rd West Virginia Cavalry, who served as part of George Armstrong Custer’s 3rd Division and played a pivotal role in the Battle of Moorefield in 1864. This Smith carbine was manufactured by American Machine Works in Springfield, Massachusetts. It utilized a special .50 caliber percussion cartridge which sealed the break action leading to higher pressure and thus velocity than the bullets fired from muzzle loading weapons.
Blade front and ladder rear sights. A sling bar and ring are mounted on the left of the receiver. Small inspection initials marked on various components, and oval script
“JH” inspection cartouche stamped on the left stock wrist. With a saddle ring hook. CONDITION: Very fine, retains 70% original blue finish on the barrel, 75% original case colors on the frame and hammer, 80% plus original bright niter blue finish on the breech latch and
trigger guard tang with the buttplate mostly turned to a smooth brown patina, with scattered light freckling and smooth brown patina on the balance overall with sharp markings and edges in the metal. Wood is also very fine with defined edges, some scattered light scratches and dents, some minor chipping ahead of the buttplate, and a crisp cartouche. Mechanically excellent. Estimate: 3,000 - 4,000
LOT 3178
Civil War U.S. Joslyn Model 1864 Saddle Ring Carbine - Serial no. 11729, 52 RF cal., 22 inch round bbl., blue/ casehardened finish, walnut stock. Approximately 8,000 Model 1864 Joslyn breech loading carbines were purchased by the Ordnance Department during the Civil War. Pinched blade front and three folding leaf rear sights. It has the correct hooded firing pin that distinguishes the Model 1864 carbine from the Model 1862 carbine. Matching serial number “11729” marked on the breechblock and upper tang. Two boxed script “FDL” inspection cartouches stamped on the left stock flat above
the saddle ring bar, with small “F.D.L” initials stamped on the left of the breech and top of the stock ahead of the buttplate, and a small anchor is
stamped on the bottom of the stock ahead of the trigger guard. “US” marked buttplate tang.
CONDITION: Very good plus, retains 20% faded original blue finish on the barrel with smooth gray and brown patina on the balance of the iron surfaces with some scattered light freckling and sharp markings and edges. Stock is very fine, with scattered light scratches and dings and defined edges. Mechanically excellent.
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Estimate: 1,600 - 2,500