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Lot 39:Massachusetts Arms Co Smith Carbine 50

September 6th, 2008|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 39:Massachusetts Arms Co Smith Carbine 50

September 6th, 2008|Rock Island, IL
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Civil War Smith Carbine with Three Digit Serial Number

Designed by Gilbert Smith, the production of this carbine was almost entirely consumed by government contracts, with limited numbers going to the civilian market. Standard three sets of markings on the left side of the frame "MANUFACTURED BY / AM'N M'CH'N. WKS / SPRINGFIELD MASS", agents' names "ADDRESS / POULTNEY & TRIMBLE / BALTIMORE U.S.A." and "SMITH'S PATENT / JUNE 23, 1857". Dovetail front sight and folding leaf rear sight absent of yard markings. The left rear of the barrel at the breech is marked "L.F.R." Breech loading action with barrel release latch inside the trigger guard, freeing the barrel to pivot downward. Casehardened hammer and action with smooth straight grip walnut stock with a steel buttplate.

ConditionGood. All metal has a dark mottled patina with some minor pitting on the barrel and barrel band. The wood has been lightly sanded and refinished with a few overall scattered minor dings and dents. The markings are clear. Mechanically fine.
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ManufacturerMassachusetts Arms Co
ModelSmith Carbine
TypeCarbine
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge50
Barrel21-1/2 inch part octagon
Finishblue/ casehardened
Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views1333
Catalog page12
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