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CONDITION: Excellent with 95% plus original blue finish on the barrel, 90% plus original case colors
with some minor fading, 80% original blue finish on the patchbox and buttplate, and generally only
light age and storage related wear overall. The re-oiled stock is very fine and has some minor edge
wear, mild scratches, and a few dents. Mechanically fine.
Provenance: The Bob Howard Collection; The David Aroh Collection; Property of a Gentleman.
Estimate: 5,500 - 8,000
CONDITION: Excellent, retains 97%
original blue finish with some minor
flaking on the bottom breech
cover, 90% vivid original case
colors, with a few patches of dark
freckling/oxidation visible on
the rear top tang, and absolutely
sharp markings and edges in the
metal overall. The wood is also
excellent with distinct edges, a
few scattered minor dents and
scratches, legible cartouches,
and rich oil finish. Mechanically excellent. This high
condition Starr carbine would make a superior addition to
any Civil War arms collection!
Provenance: The Andrew Singer Collection.
Estimate: 6,500 - 9,500
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