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Civil War Triplett & Scott Rifle (1865 Kentucky Contract)
Guns International #: 101459672 Seller's Inventory #: 38633
Category: Military Rifles - Antique - Civil War Rifles
Seller's Information
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Seller: Joe Salter com
Company: Down East Antiques - Joe Salter
Member Since: 9/10/10
First Name: Garrick-March-Jim-Joe
Last Name: Salter
State: New Hampshire
Zip: 03031
Country: United States
Phone: (603) 732-4000
Fax: (603) 732-4200
Platinum Seller
Number of Active Listings: 1373
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Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
FREE SHIPPING FOR ORDERS OVER $500! We also have a 30 day Inspection Period and NOT a 3 day Inspection.
Payment Types Accepted: We take all major credit cards with NO CREDIT CARD FEES! Also Check or Money order.
About Us: Joe Salter has been in the Antique and Collector Weapons business for 60 years as both a collector and dealer. Our company is based in Southern New Hampshire and we have had an internet based store front for the past 20 years. We are federally licensed and deal in all types of firearms and related material. We offer free Shipping for orders over $500.
Description:
Serial #1923, .50 RF, 30" barrel with an excellent, bright bore. This is one of 5,000 Triplett & Scott “carbines" ordered by the state of Kentucky in order to arm its Home Guard troops, mustered into service in order to protect the supply lines of Sherman’s advance during the Atlanta campaign. They were built in two barrel lengths: 22" true carbines, and 30" rifle-length carbines, with a breakdown of 2,000 and 3,000 examples respectively. This is one of the long-barreled carbines and retains 92-95% of the original blue finish on the barrel, and the “KENTUCKY" stamp on the left side of the breech is crisp and clear. The frame has an overall mottled gray-brown patina with hints of original color case-hardening in protected areas. The walnut forend has some minor hand,ing marks and minor blemishes, while the buttstock as the same, as well as the very common longitudinal crack on the left side of the wrist corresponding to the offset magazine tube. The “N / WB" inspector stamps on the left side of the buttstock near the heel are crisp and clear. The action is fully functional, and the barrel lock-up is firm with a minimal amount of play. These guns were built by Charles Parker’s Meriden Manufacturing Co. as his second venture into the firearms field, prior to founding the most famous American shotgun company of all time. This is a fine example of a rare American military arm, and would make a splendid addition to any collection. Antique
SOLD
Antique: Yes
Manufacturer: Triplett & Scott
Model: Rifle
Serial Number: 1923
Caliber Info: .50
Gauge Info: .50