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Lot #2278

Lot 2277: Two Civil War Era Breech Loading Carbines

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: October 5, 2024

Lot 2277: Two Civil War Era Breech Loading Carbines

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: October 5, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,600 - $2,500
Price Realized:
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A) Kentucky Marked Meriden Manufacturing Co. Triplett & Scott Repeating Rimfire Carbine

Manufacturer: Meriden Manufacturing Co.
Model: Triplett & Scott Repeating
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 50 RF
Barrel: 30 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1073
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

Manufactured c. 1864-1865. Approximately 3,000 30 inch barrel "carbines" were manufactured as part of a contract for 5,000 for Kentucky in 1865.

Rating Definition:

Good, with mostly grey patina, a few scattered patches of light pitting/oxidation, and the refinished wood having a few repaired minor cracks and some scattered minor handling marks. Mechanically fine.



B) Massachusetts Arms Co. British Contract Greene Patent Percussion Carbine

Manufacturer: Massachusetts Arms Co
Model: Greene
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 54
Barrel: 18 inch part round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1073
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Bright - Shows little or no wear
Description:

Manufactured c. 1855-1857, "crown/VxR" on lock, British proofs/markings on various parts.

Rating Definition:

Good, with faint traces of original finish, some light pitting, and the wood having a few repairs/filler around the lock, and some minor chipping and handling marks. Mechanically excellent.



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