Guns International #: 102203975
Seller's Inventory #: 1530
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Guns International #: 102203975
Category - Civil War Carbines
- Antique Rifles - Percussion
Gallager ... Civil War Carbine.....LAYAWAY?
Description: MIRROR BORE...Gallager ... Civil War Carbine.....LAYAWAY? ..... 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. A total of 17,782 were sold to the U.S. Army.[1 ] STANDARD MODEL CONDITION: Overall, VERY GOOD+ with a morror bore. Stock has cartouche and JP initals marked on left side. Action functions great. Barrel still holds a fading bluing , free of rust or pits. If you're looking for a SHOOTER, thisd could be a perfect one for you! S/H $60...2nd firearm ships FREE, with this one!....Thanks...Greg cp Antique: Yes Rifle Caliber: .50 Manufacturer: Richardson & Overnan Model: Standard Serial Number: 23338 Bore Condition: MIRROR Price: $1,655.00 Buy Now Contact Seller |
Guns International #: 102203975
Seller's Inventory #: 1530
Guns International #: 102203975
Seller's Inventory #: 1530