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LOT 3066
Excellent U.S. Navy Remington
Contract Jenks “Mule Ear” Breech Loading
Percussion Saddle Ring Carbine with Maynard
Patent Tape Primer Device and Accessories - Serial no.
NVSN, 54 cal., 24 1/4 inch round bbl., blue/casehardened finish,
walnut stock. E. Remington & Sons purchased a USN contract for 1,000 Jenks carbines with Maynard tape primers from Ames Manufacturing Co., circa 1847-1848.
The distinguishing features of the Jenks-Remington include the Maynard tape primer and “REMINGTON’S/HERKIMER/N.Y.” on the lock plate. Marked “96” inside the tape primer cover, “U.S.N./RP/P/1847/CAST-STEEL” ahead of the oval loading port, and small “P”
marks on a few of the components. The oval loading opening found on many of these carbines was an alteration of the earlier round opening and was designed to facilitate the use of paper cartridge rather than loose balls and powder. The bore was also rifled at this time. Boxed script “RP” (Richard Paine) cartouche on the left of the stock. Two brass collection tags marked “FBS13” and
“125” hang from the sling swivel. Includes screwdriver tool.
CONDITION: Excellent, retains 85% plus original blue finish with a few small patches of very light surface corrosion, some light scratches, and
sharp markings in the metal. Retains 95% vivid original case colors. The brass retains an attractive bright patina. The stock is also excellent with attractive original raised wood grain, defined edges, some light handling marks, and an exceptionally crisp cartouche. The breech is currently stuck in the closed position, the hammer and tape primer function as they should. An excellent example of a scarce Remington Navy Jenks carbine that would make a fine addition to any U.S. Martial collection!
LOT 3067
Exceptionally Fine Civil War U.S. Massachusetts Arms
Co. Second Model Maynard Breech Loading Percussion
Saddle Ring Carbine with Accessories - Serial no. 1825, 50
cal., 20 inch round 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 20,202 second
model Maynard carbines were manufactured 1863-1865. Some were issued to the 6th, 9th, and 11th
Indiana Cavalry as well as the 10th and 11th East Tennessee Union Cavalry. It has a pinched blade front sight, three
leaf rear sight graduated for 100, 300, and 500 yards, and two boxed script “AJN” and “JM” inspection cartouches on the left
of the wrist. Includes a period pull through cleaning brush, and Maynard carbine combination screwdriver tool.
CONDITION: Excellent, retains 97% original blue finish on the barrel with a few light scratches and a few small patches of very light pitting.
Retains 90% vibrant original case colors strongest on the action with the balance lightly faded to a smooth gray patina, and a few areas of light freckling. Sharp markings and edges in the metal overall. Stock is also excellent with attractive original raised grain and rich oil finish, a few small dings, and exceptionally crisp cartouches. Mechanically excellent. This exceptional example of a Second Model Maynard carbine would make an excellent addition to any U.S. Martial or Civil War collection!
Provenance: The Donald Bates Collection.
Provenance: The Donald Bates Collection.
Estimate: 6,000 - 9,000
42 Estimate: 7,000 - 9,000