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Lot 164: Two Breech Loading Saddle Ring Carbines

Two Breech Loading Saddle Ring Carbines

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 16, 2024

Lot 164: Two Breech Loading Saddle Ring Carbines

Two Breech Loading Saddle Ring Carbines

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 16, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,200 - $1,800
Price Realized:
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A) U.S. Springfield Model 1873 Trapdoor Carbine

Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S.
Model: 1873
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 45-70 Government
Barrel: 22 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1580
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Description:

Rating Definition:

Good as refinished, with some handling marks, spotting/pitting throughout, re-varnished wood. Mechanically excellent.



B) U.S. Contract Sharps Model 1863 Percussion Carbine

Manufacturer: Sharps Rifle Manufacturing Company
Model: New Model 1863
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 57
Barrel: 22 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1580
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
Description:

Manufactured c. 1863-1865, faint cartouches on left of wrist. Hole in loading port from re-profiling.

Rating Definition:

Good overall as refinished, handling marks mostly on the wood, chip absent from forearm some pitting underneath the finish. Mechanically excellent.



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