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CONDITION: Excellent, retains 98% original blue finish on
the barrel with some light thinning and a few very small
spots of light surface corrosion, 97% plus vivid original case
colors on the frame and hammer, 90% plus original bright
nitre blue finish overall, strongest on the rear sight, breech
latch, stock junction and lower tang, with some light
flaking and smooth brown patina visible on the barrel band
and trigger guard, and a patch of light surface corrosion at
the top edge of the buttplate with 85% original blue finish
remaining on these parts. Markings and edges in the metal
remain sharp overall. Wood is also excellent with attractive original raised grains and rich oil finish, a few minor chips at the toe, a few minor dings, defined edges and an exceptionally crisp cartouche. Mechanically excellent. This excellent example of an American Machine Works Smith carbine would make a fine addition to any Civil War or U.S. Martial collection!
Provenance: The David Aroh Collection; The Ron Bucholtz Collection.
Estimate: 6,500 - 9,500
CONDITION: Excellent plus, as issued, serving as a true time capsule. 98% plus original plum blue finish remains on the barrel with a few minor scratches. 99%
plus vibrant original case colors on the lock, hammer, bolt handle, trigger guard,
and buttplate. Wood is also excellent plus with attractive original raised grain and rich oil finish, distinct edges, a few light handling marks, and an exceptionally crisp cartouche. Mechanically excellent. This outstanding example of a scarce Civil War era Palmer carbine is one of the finest examples Rock Island Auction Company has ever cataloged, a significant piece in the development of military arms as well as firearms in general, and would make an excellent addition to any U.S. Martial collection! Provenance: The Gary Bisackie Collection; The Ron Bucholtz Collection. Estimate: 8,500 -
13,000
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