Also known as the "Side Lever Hall", produced by Simeon North between 1844 and 1855. Blade front and notch rear sights, with the frame marked "STEEL" ahead of the rear sight, "U.S. / S.NORTH / MIDLtn / 1852" on the breechblock, and "J.H." on the left rear 8 5/8" long sling bar on the left side, running up to connect with the rear barrel band. "A" and a "HR" monogram have been scratched into the right side. Smooth straight grip stock, with no cartouches and a flat butt. The last Hall Carbine issued, used by the Dragoons in the Mexican War and carried in the Civil War.