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Lot #4267

Lot 4266: Two Civil War U.S. Percussion Saddle Ring Carbines

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

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: June 23, 2024

Lot 4266: Two Civil War U.S. Percussion Saddle Ring Carbines

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

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: June 23, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,700 - $2,750
Price Realized:
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A) Richardson & Overman Gallager Carbine

Manufacturer: Gallager
Model: Gallager-Carbine
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 50
Barrel: 22 1/4 inch round
Finish: brown
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1039
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

Manufactured during the Civil War.

Rating Definition:

Good as refinished, with brown patina, pitting and light wear. Stock is also good with scratches, dents, chips and wear. Absent screw head at front of upper tang. Mechanically fine.



B) Merrill First Model Carbine with M1860 Saber

Manufacturer: Merrill James H
Model: 1st Model
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 54
Barrel: 22 1/8 inch round
Finish: brown
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1039
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
Description:

Manufactured in the first few years of the Civil War. Carvings in left of stock. Includes a U.S. Model 1860 light cavalry saber marked on the blade with partial worn "U.S." above date marking along with "UC/15", and with iron scabbard.

Rating Definition:

Good as refinished, with brown patina, dark pitting and wear. Stock is fair with cracks in the otherwise structurally intact wrist, carvings, cracks at the tip of the forend, scratches, dents, chips and wear. Mechanically fine. Sword and scabbard are good with mild wear.



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