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1807 Springfield US Flintlock Indian Carbine RARE 1st American Carbine 1810 Fullstock
Guns International #: 101367224 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Springfield Rifles - Antique - Antiques
Seller's Information
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Seller: Jeremiah Johnson Trading
Company: Jeremiah Johnson Trading
Member Since: 1/27/12
First Name: Greg
Last Name: Schimetschek
State: Connecticut
Zip: 06423
Country: United States
Phone: (860) 873-1092
Number of Active Listings: 4
Total Number of Listings: 217
Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
3 days
Payment Types Accepted: Check (personal checks take 7-10 days to clear), money order, credit card (no fee), or wire
About Us: Jeremiah Johnson Trading is one of the most experienced and trusted dealers of pre-1899 antique arms with over 40 years of collecting. We specialize in Colt, Winchester, Remington, Smith & Wesson, Parker, large-bore fowling guns, Revolutionary & Civil War arms, collectible Bowie & folding knives and more! We are also avid collectors of historic race cars & memorabilia. Visit us online at jeremiahjohnsontrading or find us on Facebook and Instagram.
Description:
Jeremiah Johnson Trading is one of the most experienced and trusted dealers of antique arms with over 40 years of collecting. We also specialize in antique cars & petroliana, Revolutionary and Civil War artifacts, 19th century nautical & western memorabilia, early Bowie and folding knives, American folk art, and colonial era furnishings. Visit us online at JeremiahJohnsonTrading or find us on Facebook. Our shop is located at 1618 Saybrook Rd. Haddam, CT. Look for the gold '55 Chevy road sign! ~Trades and offers are always considered~ Extremely Rare & Historically Significant M1807 Springfield US Flintlock "Indian" Carbine, Converted to Percussion, .54 cal smoothbore, mfg. 1810. This carbine is one of just 1,202 manufactured at the Springfield Armory between 1807-1810 by order of the Federal Indian Department to be given as gifts to friendly Indians. It is the only time in US history that an arsenal made gun was manufactured for this purpose and also the first official carbine ever produced by the United States government. For these reasons the M1807 is considered a highly sought after and historically significant American arm among collectors. Nearly all were converted to percussion and are expected to be found in generally poor condition due to their usage. This example is fresh to the collector market and remains in very good original condition overall. The barrel measures 33 9/16" long and retains it's worn original brass blade front sight. The breech is stamped "US" with "V P" and Eagle head proofs. The lock is marked "US" over the American Eagle with "SPRINGFIELD" below and "1809" stamped at the rear. Overall the metal has a smooth silver/gray patina drifting to plum around the lock and muzzle. The stock retains an attractive untouched finish throughout with initials "C HF" period scratched into the left side of the buttstock. There are some stable old checks on the right side of the buttstock with a few tight age cracks behind the sideplate and lock. Further there are a few stable old cracks below the lock a few very finely repaired cracks along the edges of the forearm. There appears to have been sling swivels fitted behind the triggerguard tang and near the middle pipe during the period which have since been discarded. Overall the wood is quite sound and remains in it's original fullstock form with no additional damage or repairs. Original "1810" dated brass buttplate, sideplate, wrist escutcheon (period inscribed "OEF"), triggerguard, and ramrod pipes all have a mellow mustard color. Remarkably the wood ramrod is absolutely original to this gun and is fitted with an iron worm on the opposite end. The rear lock screw and hammer screw are old replacements. The action is very strong and functions nicely. The original nipple cone is damaged. This is a very untouched and original carbine right off the frontier that has never been restored or enhanced as so many others have. A rare opportunity to own one of the most important martial arms in American history which eludes even the most advanced collections. * Note that the latest edition of Flayderman's Guide which is now 14 years old prices this carbine in original flintlock configuration at $12,000-$37,500 and converted to percussion at $4,000-$8,500 * Jeremiah Johnson Trading sells antique firearms manufactured prior to 1899 and muzzleloading blackpowder reproductions only. For the purpose of these conditions the term "antique firearm" will hence include muzzleloading blackpowder reproductions. Buyers must be 21 years of age or older and have no felony convictions to purchase antique firearms. Antique firearms do not require Federal licensing and may be shipped directly to the buyer with the following exceptions. No antique firearms will be shipped to Washington D. C. or any of the five boroughs of New York City (or residents thereof). Some restrictions may apply to antique firearms shipped to California and will be noted in the item description if applicable. Any handgun (antique or muzzleloading blackpowder reproduction) shipped to New Jersey must ship to a licensed FFL holder. Any muzzleloading blackpowder reproduction rifle, shotgun, or handgun shipped to Illinois must ship to an FFL holder. No international sales of antique firearms which may fire conventional metallic cartridges or any reproductions regardless of ignition. Antique muzzleloaders, or antiques which fire obsolete cartridges, may be shipped internationally however it is the responsibility of the buyer to know and abide by their local laws and provide proof that the antique arm is legal to receive and own. Payment can be made by money order, banker's check, personal check, or credit card (no fees). Please allow 7-10 business days for clearance on personal checks. If paying by credit card please call us directly to process your order. If not satisfied with an item within 3 days of receiving it, simply return the item in the same condition as shipped for a full refund, minus return shipping costs. Cleaning, disassembly, or altering of a firearm in any way will void inspection privileges. Layaway may be allowed upon negotiation, but will void inspection privileges. Buyer pays actual shipping & insurance costs. Occasionally a post-1898 firearm from my personal collection may be sold under this account however it will be noted that any such transaction is a personal sale in no way affiliated with our business. Any such arm will be shipped to a licensed FFL or C&R holder in accordance with Federal law. All firearms are sold as collector's items and are not warranted safe for shooting. Please consult a competent gunsmith prior to shooting any firearm. Message or call with any questions about this firearm, or any of our other items at 860-873-1092 (office) or 860-345-2100 (shop).
SOLD
Antique: Yes
Manufacturer: Springfield Armory
Model: Indian Carbine
Caliber Info: .54
Manufacture Date: 1810