14-173 SPENCER MODEL 1865 CARBINE 50 CALIBER
Guns International #: 100511355 Seller's Inventory #: 14-173
Category: Spencer Rifles - Antique Rifles - Cartridge
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Member Since: 5/21/13
State: Florida
Country: United States
Phone: (727) 786-7441
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Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
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Description:
SPENCER MODEL 1865 CARBINE 50 CALIBER
14-173 Spencer Model 1865 Carbine 50 Caliber. In 1867 the government had many of these carbines restocked and refinished at the factory to government specifications. Standard Markings on top of the receiver: Spencer Repeating Rifle Company/Pat March, 1860 Oct./5/1852 metal markings are faint distinguishable after factory refinish (many others were obliterated during factory refinishing, but not this one). Walnut stock with light varnish finish (See Flayderman page 633) Serial number 10990.
Post War Alteration for Above. Altered by Springfield Armory c.1867-1874. 50 caliber rimfire (56-52 and 56-50 interchangeable). 22” barrel sleeved for smaller caliber; three grooved rifling. These arms are often arsenal refinished and restocked; markings will often appear weak or thin a small swivel device known as the “Stabler cut-off “ added forward of the trigger to allow for use as a single shot was added (keeps breech from opening completely.) Over 11,000 a altered.
Condition: Barrel and Frame are clean, Finish has turned brown with a little corrosion. Wood is very good condition with some dings, dents, hairline cracks, and a few chips .Bore is good/very good 50% rifling and some corrosion., which is typical in a carbine of this era. Works perfectly mechanically. Overall a very attractive, very good condition Spencer. (14-173)
I take Visa/MasterCard, add 3%. Allow two weeks for all checks, whether bank, personal or certified to clear. It is also possible to wire funds to my account for instant credit for a $20.00 wire charge. 3 day- no questions asked return period for refund of price paid for gun. (Not including shipping or credit card charges). Call or email with any questions or for more pictures. Guns are antique and should not be fired without examination by gunsmith. $50 shipping for long guns, $30 for hand guns to lower 48 states, about $50-$75 to most European countries and $70-$80 to Australia for antique handguns, carbines $75-$125. We can generally get insurance if you want through shipper but coverage is limited. Notify me if you want it. You can send 20% down- balance in 90 days for installment payment plan. No refunds on installment plans. I have shipped to Norway (long gun w/fragile stock) see feedback, England (Winchester1876, Rem. Dbl. Derr.), Northern Ireland, France, Australia and Sweden. Email if you are not U.S. for estimated shipping costs, payment methods, etc. I am always buying and trading for antique and collectible guns, Indian items, rare ammo, etc. Email what you have got for sale or trade.
SOLD
Antique: Yes