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Lot 1227: U.S. Harpers Ferry Hall 1836 Carbine with Ramrod Bayonet

Scarce U.S. Harpers Ferry Hall Model 1836 Breech Loading Percussion Saddle Ring Carbine with Ramrod Bayonet

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: December 9, 2023

Lot 1227: U.S. Harpers Ferry Hall 1836 Carbine with Ramrod Bayonet

Scarce U.S. Harpers Ferry Hall Model 1836 Breech Loading Percussion Saddle Ring Carbine with Ramrod Bayonet

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: December 9, 2023

Estimated Price: $3,000 - $4,500

Scarce U.S. Harpers Ferry Hall Model 1836 Breech Loading Percussion Saddle Ring Carbine with Ramrod Bayonet

Manufacturer: Harpers Ferry Armory Muskets And Carbines
Model: 1836-Carbine
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 64
Barrel: 23 inch round
Finish: brown/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 917
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 186
Class: Antique
Description:

Approximately 2,020 Harpers Ferry Model 1836 Hall carbines were manufactured c. 1837-1840. The Model 1833 and 1836 carbines are historically important in being the first percussion arms adopted by the U.S. military. The ramrod bayonet was first experimented on the Model 1833 and 1836 Hall carbines, and was later revived on the Springfield Model 1880 and 1888 Trapdoor rifles, then again on the early Model 1903 rifles. These carbines were used by the 2nd U.S. Dragoons during the Seminole Wars in Florida in which they were exposed to harsh conditions, contributing to their scarcity today. Though largely overshadowed by other 19th century conflicts, the fight against the Seminoles was the longest and most expensive Indian war in U.S. history. Marked "J. H. HALL/US/1839" on the breech block with most of the standard markings and features including a triangular sliding ramrod bayonet, .64 caliber smooth bore, offset blade front sight and V notch rear sight, and a sling ring mounted at the left of the wrist.

Rating Definition:

Fine, retains 60% original brown finish on the barrel with the remaining browned components cleaned to a bright, smooth gray and brown patina with traces of dark oil quenched casehardened finish on the breech block and hammer, scattered freckling overall and sharp markings on the breech block. The stock is also fine, with scattered scratches and dents, and some chips along the otherwise defined edges. Mechanically excellent.



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