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Excellent Civil War U.S. Massachusetts Arms Co. Second Model
Maynard Breech Loading Percussion Saddle Ring Carbine - Serial no. 15518, 50
cal., 20 inch part octagon bbl., blue/casehardened finish, walnut stock. Offered here is
an excellent Maynard Second Model carbine. 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. Pinched blade front sight, three leaf
rear sight graduated for 100, 300, and 500 yards, “N”
single letter inspection initial stamped on
the left barrel flat at the breech, and two
boxed script inspection cartouches stamped
on the left of the stock wrist.
CONDITION: Excellent, nearly as issued,
retains 98% original blue finish on the
barrel, 97% vibrant original case colors, 95%
original niter blue finish on the hammer
and trigger, with some scattered minor surface freckling, and
sharp edges and markings in the metal overall. The stock is very fine
with distinct edges, a few minor handling marks, and exceptionally crisp cartouches. Mechanically
excellent. This excellent attractive Maynard Second Model carbine would make a fine addition to any
Civil War arms collection!
Provenance: The Andrew Singer Collection.
Estimate: 5,000 - 8,000
CONDITION: Excellent plus, nearly as issued, with 95% plus original
blue finish with some flaked finish and mostly crisp markings,
minimal wear, and some slight oxidation. The wood is also excellent
plus and has an exceptionally crisp cartouche, some minor bruising
by the barrel band, slight flaking at the toe, and light scratches.
Mechanically excellent. One of the finest ever brought to market!
Provenance: The John R. McMurray Collection; The David Aroh
Collection; Property of a Gentleman.
Estimate: 9,000 - 14,000