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** SOLD ** Civil War Era Richardson & Overman Gallager Percussion Saddle Ring Carbine Chambered in .50 Caliber
Guns International #: 102261616 Seller's Inventory #: CBP22-45
Category: Civil War Carbines - Antique Rifles - Cartridge
Seller's Information
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Seller: Antique & Modern Firearms, Inc.
Company: Antique & Modern Firearms, Inc.
Member Since: 4/27/15
State: Kentucky
Zip: 40503
Country: United States
Phone: (859) 276-1419
Fax: (859) 278-0838
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Description:
Here we have a Richardson & Overman Gallger percussion saddle ring carbine chambered in .50 caliber. The Gallager carbine is an American black powder breechloading rifle produced in the American Civil War. The weapon was designed by Mahlon J. Gallager, who licensed the design to Richardson and Overman of Philadelphia for production. On 31 August 1861 the first weapons were sold to the Army.
The Gallager was loaded from the rear with brass cases, which contained the projectile and the propellant. Covered by a disc made of greased felt, the projectile was inserted in the barrel after it was tilted up by a lever, followed by the case, and (like the concurrent muzzleloaders, such as the Springfield) were ignited by percussion cap, which was placed on the bolt face. The brass cases had a paper patch in the base, to prevent powder seepage and still allow the cap to fire the round. The weapon was 0.525 in (13.3 mm) caliber with a 22 in (56 cm) barrel. The rifle was strongly made, but unpopular with troops. Frequently, the cases stuck due to expansion of the front part and had to be laboriously removed. This particular example has worn to a handsome warm grey patina on the barrel, hammer and tang - other metal parts retain a good portion of their original finish. There are some marks and minor pitting on the barrel and receiver. The stock is in generally good condition with some dents and pressure marks. There are two cracks in the stock - one on either side but neither goes from one side to the other. Sights are a blade front and the rear has two leaves for different yardages. It appears the head of one of the hinge pins is missing on the left side of the receiver. The 22 1/4 inch barrel has a decent bore that is frosty and exhibits some pitting. This is a historical rifle that would make an excellent addition to a collection of Civil War militaria or a great start to a new collection. If this gun could talk it would likely have some incredible stories that should be documented in the history books.
PRICE: $1550.00 We are Antique & Modern Firearms in Lexington, KY, a dealer of fine firearms since 1974.
PH. 859-276-1419 We Buy, Sell, and Trade Firearms & Knives. Have an Individual Firearm, Firearms Collection, or Firearms Estate to sell, let us know, and we can buy or consignment sell it for you.
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SOLD
Antique: Yes
Rifle Caliber: .50
Manufacturer: Richardson & Overman
Model: Gallager Carbine
Serial Number: 23292
Barrel Length: 22 1/4 inches
Condition: Good
Metal Condition: Good
Wood Condition: Good
Bore Condition: Good