Guns International #: 100883828
Seller's Inventory #: 10416
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Guns International #: 100883828
Category - Civil War Carbines
- Maynard Rifles
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Seller: AncestryGunsLLC
Company: Ancestry Guns LLC Member Since: 11/3/16
State:
Missouri
Zip: 65203
Country: United States
Phone:
(314) 707-7373
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314-707-7373
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CIVIL WAR Antique MAYNARD 1863 Cavalry Carbine
Description: CIVIL WAR Antique MAYNARD 1863 Cavalry Carbine Used by Indiana & Tennessee Cavalry Regiments Here we present an antique Maynard Second Model 1863 Cavalry Carbine, made by Massachusetts Arms Co. in Chicopee, Massachusetts, circa 1863. This Civil War carbine was a streamlined and simplified version of the first model, which was equipped with the Maynard Tape Priming System. Some of the first model was purchased in the South prior to the war. An interesting story regarding the Maynard is recorded in Benjamin Botkin’s A Civil War Treasury of Tales, Legends & Folklore, said to be the quote of Private Toby of the 1st Regiment of the Mississippi Army. The tall tale comes from The Intelligencer of Oxford, Mississippi, and at the end, Toby tells his mates “It’s a right big story, boys, but it’s true, sure as shooting. Nothing to do with Maynard rifle but to load her up, turn her North, and pull trigger. If twenty of them don’t clean out all Yankeedom, then I’m a liar, that’s all.” This example represents the second model, of which 20,000 were produced and used by various Union cavalry. Known and significant distribution and use occurred in the 9th & 11th Indiana, as well as the 11th Tennessee. It was generally well-liked, owing to its light weight, handling and simplicity. The lever simply tips the barrel down so that the breech is exposed for loading and unloading. Compared to a percussion muzzle-loader, it was much faster to put fire down range. The left side of the frame is marked “EDWARD MAYNARD/PATENTEE/MAY 27, 1851/DEC. 6, 1859”. The right side is marked “MANUFACTURED BY/MASS. ARMS CO./CHICOPEE FALLS”. The left side of the breech bears U.S. government inspector initials “A.J.N.” Those same initials are found in one of the two cartouches on the walnut stock, as well as “JM”. The overall condition is very good. The iron surfaces are dark and untouched with age. The markings are clear and legible. The walnut stock shows honest wear and the initials “AS” carved into the stock. The cartouches are worn, but still legible. The percussion nipple is absent. The bore is clearly rifled and clean. The action is strong. Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction. Barrel is 20 inches in length. Caliber: .50 Overall condition as seen in photos. Very Fast. Very Safe. FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE. Delivered directly to your door by express mail! Guaranteed AUTHENTIC & Includes CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY. ancestryguns $1800 #10416 SOLD Antique: Yes |
Guns International #: 100883828
Seller's Inventory #: 10416
Guns International #: 100883828
Seller's Inventory #: 10416