Terence A. Smith Signed, Civil War Theme, Deluxe Long Range Creedmoor Pattern No. 1 Rolling Block Heavy Barrel Sporting Rifle 45-90

Description:

A beautifully crafted modern custom rifle built around an original 19th-century Remington No. 1 rolling block action, this 2019 Terence A. Smith rifle offers exceptional collector appeal through its historic action, master-level engraving, British proof documentation, and long-range Creedmoor-inspired styling.

• Built in 2019 by Terence A. Smith, a highly skilled artisan formerly employed by both Boss & Co. and Holland & Holland
• Uses an original Remington-designed No. 1 rolling block action, likely produced by Spanish Oviedo and manufactured circa 1871–1893
• Single-shot rolling block design—historically prized, much like Sharps rifles, for:
  • Simple and rugged construction
  • Dependable operation
  • Strong action design
  • Long-range accuracy
  • Powerful caliber capability
• Accompanied by a Certificate of Proof from The Birmingham Gun Barrel Proof House
  • Certificate states the rifle was made by T.A. Smith
  • Lists the rifle’s serial number and caliber
• Styled in the tradition of the Remington-Hepburn No. 3 Long Range Creedmoor rifles, adding strong appeal for collectors of classic long-range target rifle designs
• Beautiful deluxe checkered wood furniture
• Barrel features the three short “Creedmoor” flats at the breech, a desirable period-inspired detail
• Chamber/caliber marking on the top barrel flat: “45/90~2-4 CASE”
• Action is beautifully engraved by Smith with near full-coverage engraving
• Engraving features an American Civil War theme, including:
  • Detailed battle scenes on both sides of the action
  • “U.S./CIVIL/WAR” on the rear of the breech block
  • “1st & 2nd MANNASSAS” on the left lower edge
  • “GETTYSBURG” on the right lower edge
  • “1861,” “CS US,” and “1865” on the pivot pin components on the left side
• Top of the action over the breech is marked:
  • “T-A-SMITH/LATE OF/HOLLAND & HOLLAND”
  • Marking appears above and below the bust of a Confederate soldier
• Matching serial number appears in multiple locations:
  • Lower tang
  • Left of the breech block
  • Left of the hammer
• Sight configuration:
  • Front sight dovetail is empty
  • No rear sight seat
  • Upper tang is drilled and tapped for a peep sight
• Mounted with a multi-point checkered forearm fitted with an iron cap
• Nicely figured pistol-grip stock with:
  • Shadowline cheekpiece
  • Checkered bare butt

Combining a genuine 19th-century rolling block action with 2019 bespoke craftsmanship, documented Birmingham proof, and elaborate Civil War-themed engraving, this rifle stands out as a distinctive collector-grade piece with strong historical, artistic, and long-range target-rifle appeal.

Condition

Very fine as professionally embellished by Terence A. Smith, retains 80% plus of the slightly thinned blue finish, showing a plum hue overall and slightly darker near the breech. The action remains bright with crisp engraving overall. The deluxe wood is excellent with a few scattered light handling marks and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. A beautiful Creedmoor pattern rolling block rifle with a Civil War theme built by the extremely talented T.A. Smith!

Rifle Caliber: .45-90 Winchester
Manufacturer: Remington
Model: Rolling Block
Serial Number: 11177
Barrel Length: 35 inch round
Condition: The bore is bright with some light streaking and crisp rifling.

Price: $9,999.99