Maynard carbines were easily among the best cavalry weapons available during the Civil War. Both sides used them and held them in high regard. Approximately 20,000 second model Maynard carbines were manufactured between 1864-1865. Some were issued to the 6th, 9th, and 11th Indiana Cavalry as well as the 10th and 11th East Tennessee Union Cavalry. "G.W.S" inspection initials stamped on the left barrel flat, single letter inspection initials on some small parts, and two boxed script inspection cartouches stamped on the left stock wrist.

Very fine, retains 90% original blue finish on the barrel with some light surface corrosion visible around the muzzle, 60% original case colors, and 70% plus original niter blue finish concentrated on the hammer and trigger with smooth brown patina and some light freckling on the balance. The stock is also very fine with defined edges, some scattered light handling marks and dents, and crisp cartouches. Mechanically excellent.