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Peabody Rifle Connecticut Contract 1 of 2,000 .45-70
Guns International #: 103413420 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Military Rifles - Antique - Military Rifles - US
Seller's Information
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Seller: WmR Firearms
Company: Wmrfirearms
Member Since: 2/4/22
First Name: William
Last Name: Rathjen
State: Pennsylvania
Zip: 17728
Country: United States
Phone: (570) 220-7311
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Number of Active Listings: 38
Total Number of Listings: 402
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: USPS Money Orders
About Us: We are in FFL 01 dealer located in North Central Pennsylvania. Specializing in quality collectible firearms. We wish to help you improve your collection and make both parties happy.
Description:
This Peabody rifle chambered in .45-70 Govt. is a Connecticut contract rifle. It is one of only 2,000 that were ordered by the Connecticut State Guard in 1871 -1872. After being rebarreled for Connecticut into 45-70, this rifle has the correct modified rear sight. Later, in 1896, many of these were purchased by military surplus dealer Francis Bannerman of New York. They were found in their 1903 catalog. In a 1907 catalog, shows these rifles to be altered to a 30" "Cadet Size". (Flayderman's Guide, p.631) Note: With its 33" barrel, this is a rifle that survived Francis Bannerman's reconditioning.
Please see pictures for significant details. The underside of the buttstock's plate is marked "CONN 795."
This rifle is in very good condition considering its age. The metal is a mostly brown patina. The stock appears to have its original finish with typical handling marks. It is structurally sound. There is a 1 1/8" hairline crack in the foreend on the left side way at the top in the barrel channel. This crack will have no concerns with structure, safety, or function. This can be seen in the rear sight picture.
We find the rifling of this barrel to be in extremely nice condition with Alexander Henry rifling. The cleaning rod is correct; please note the two holes.
This is a great example of a historic rifle.
We accept USPS Money Order, cashier’s check, or credit card for immediate shipping. Please note credit card sales are subject to an additional 3% fee. US shipping only. Shipping costs are actual postage, with adult signature required. We will pay the insurance for the amount sold. All items are for sale locally, so make contact as soon as you make your decision. Inquiries will be handled in chronological order. All postings will remain active until funds are received. We appreciate funds to arrive within 10 days of verbal agreement. After such time we will entertain other inquiries in the order they were received.
Price: $999.00
Antique: Yes
Rifle Caliber: .45-70 Government
Manufacturer: Peabody
Model: Connecticut
Barrel Length: 33