Lot 465:U.S. Civil War American Machine Works Smith Breech Loading Percussion Saddle Ring Carbine

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U.S. Civil War American Machine Works Smith Breech Loading Percussion Saddle Ring Carbine

Manufactured c. 1861-1865. Cartouche in left side of the stock by the wrist. Per Flayderman's Guide to Antique American Firearms "Among the Union cavalry regiments issued the Smith were the 3rd W.Va., 7th, 11th Ill., 1st Conn., 7th, 17th, Penna., 6th, 9th Ohio, and 1st Mass."

Rating definitionGood overall with traces of original finish and case color with general wear and light pitting. Stock sanded and refinished. Mechanically fine.

Details

ManufacturerAmerican Machine Works

ModelSmith Carbine

TypeRifle

Serial number

ClassAntique

Barrel21 5/8 inch part octagon

Finishblue/casehardened

Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL

Bore conditionThe bore is partially darkened with distinct rifling and light pitting.