This is an example of one of 1,000 experimental Model 1886 carbines manufactured by Springfield Armory, with almost all issued to active cavalry units in the West and far fewer surviving today. This carbine's serial number falls within the 325000-400000 serial number range within which these carbines are generally seen. It features a 24-inch barrel, nearly full length walnut stock, "wraparound" front sling swivel for ease of sheathing, correct "XC" marked Buffington rear sight, a faint boxed script "SWP/1883" inspection cartouche stamped on the left wrist, "US" marked buttplate with compartment containing a three-piece cleaning rod.

Very good, retains 40% arsenal refurbished blue finish and 80% dark arsenal refurbished case colors with scattered mild freckling and surface corrosion. Stock is also very good as arsenal refinished, with scattered light scratches and dents, a small crack visible on the left ahead of the rear lock screw, absent slivers at the right tip of the forend and to the right of the barrel tang, and a visible cartouche. Mechanically excellent.