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Lot 145: Indian Wars Era U.S. Spencer 1865 Repeating Saddle Ring Carbine

Exceptional Indian Wars Era U.S. Inspected Spencer Model 1865 Repeating Saddle Ring Carbine

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: August 23, 2024

Lot 145: Indian Wars Era U.S. Spencer 1865 Repeating Saddle Ring Carbine

Exceptional Indian Wars Era U.S. Inspected Spencer Model 1865 Repeating Saddle Ring Carbine

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: August 23, 2024

Estimated Price: $6,500 - $9,500
Price Realized:
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Exceptional Indian Wars Era U.S. Inspected Spencer Model 1865 Repeating Saddle Ring Carbine

Manufacturer: Spencer Repeating Rifle Co
Model: 1865
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 50 Spencer
Barrel: 20 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2906
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 176
Class: Antique
Description:

Spencer Repeating Rifle Co. manufactured the Model 1865 carbines in 1865-1866, with the first deliveries in April 1865, serial numbered in the approximate range 1-23000, chambered for use with 56-50 "50 Spencer" rimfire. Spencers continued to be used by the U.S. Army in the American West after the Civil War during various conflicts with Native American tribes until they were replaced by the Springfield Trapdoor rifles and carbines. Many also found their way into civilian and Native American hands, and saw use into the 20th century. This example clearly escaped such use and remains in a high state of condition. It has the standard markings and features of the Model 1865 Spencers and is equipped with the Stabler cut-off. Two boxed script inspection cartouches are stamped on the left side of the stock, with small inspection initials "M.M" on the left breech of the barrel, and small "D.A.P" inspection initials stamped ahead of the buttplate tang. Provenance: The Andrew Singer Collection

Rating Definition:

Exceptionally fine, retains 95% original blue finish with some loss on the barrel band, and 90% plus vivid case colors with some scattered minor freckling and some light handling marks. Wood is excellent with distinct edges and rich oil finish, a few light handling marks, a few small pressure dents visible on the lower right of the buttstock, and crisp cartouches. Mechanically excellent. This exceptional Spencer Model 1865 carbine would make a fine addition to any U.S. military arms collection!



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