OE - GOOD - some minor replacement parts; metal smoothly rusted or lightly pitted in places, cleaned; principal lettering, numerals and design on metal legible; lightly scratched, bruised or minor cracks repaired; in good working order.

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Total production of pistol-carbines is estimated at approximately 300 or less. They were originally advertised as "Detached Breech Rifle Carbines." "THE VOLCANIC/REPEATING ARMS CO./PATENT NEWHAVEN CONN. FEB.14.1854" marked on the top barrel flat (double stamped), pinched front sight and notch rear sight. Both grip panels and lever are numbered to the gun. Includes attachable walnut stock with brass buttplate matching numbered "73" to the gun.