Guns International #: 103193418
Seller's Inventory #: 250543

Category - Civil War Carbines - Military Rifles - Antique

Category
Civil War Carbines
Military Rifles - Antique

Antique CIVIL WAR European PERCUSSION Half Stock Military RIFLED Carbine Back Action Carbine with BAYONET LUG

Description:
Antique CIVIL WAR European PERCUSSION Half Stock Military RIFLED Carbine   

Back Action Carbine with BAYONET LUG

Here we present an antique European Military Carbine, made circa the Civil War Era likely in Western Europe. The American Civil War happened during a period of great firearms advancement throughout the world, but particularly in the United States. The primary transition was from muzzle-loaders to breech-loaders, from loose ball and powder to self-contained cartridges. Dozens of different small arms, namely cavalry carbines, were used in the conflict. The war saw obsolete technology fighting next to the cutting edge, and both sides needed it all. Imagine the logistical nightmare of supplying so many different types of ammunition!

When the Civil War began, both sides were desperate for small arms. Arms purchasers and speculators scoured Europe and England for small arms available for purchase. Though this example has an unknown maker, no doubt it was by a maker who saw an opportunity to cash in on the American conflict.

The overall condition is very good. Bright gray patina. The stock is solid with two period repairs and minor handling wear. “F” stamped lock, “L” Marked buttplate and “L” marked barrel band. The action is strong. The bore is dark with some rifling remaining.

Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.

Barrel is 23 inches.

Caliber: .72 Percussion

Overall condition as seen in photos.

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$1800

#250543
 

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Antique: Yes