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Lot #2193
Lot #2195

Lot 2194: Two Civil War U.S. Breech Loading Carbines

Two Civil War U.S. Breech Loading Percussion Saddle Ring Carbines

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 15, 2023

Lot 2194: Two Civil War U.S. Breech Loading Carbines

Two Civil War U.S. Breech Loading Percussion Saddle Ring Carbines

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 15, 2023

Estimated Price: $1,400 - $2,250
Price Realized:
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A) Richardson & Overman Gallager Carbine

Manufacturer: Richardson/Overman
Model: Gallager
Type: Carbine
Gauge: 50
Barrel: 22 1/4 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 611
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
Rating:

OF - FAIR- some major parts replaced; minor replacement parts may be required; metal rusted, may be lightly pitted all over, vigorously cleaned; rounded edges of metal and wood; principal lettering, numerals and design on metal partly obliterated; wood scratched, bruised, cracked or repaired where broken; in fair working order or can be easily repaired and placed in working order.

Description:

Manufactured in the early 1860s. Partially absent hammer screw, absent saddle bar and ring, absent breech lever latch.

B) Merrill Second Type Carbine

Manufacturer: Merrill James H
Model: Pat-Carbine
Type: Carbine
Gauge: 54
Barrel: 22 1/8 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 611
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Rating:

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

Description:

"1863" dated lock.

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