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Lot 5: Scarce Colt-Burgess Saddle Ring Carbine with Factory Letter

Scarce Colt-Burgess Lever Action Saddle Ring Carbine with Factory Letter

Lot 5: Scarce Colt-Burgess Saddle Ring Carbine with Factory Letter

Scarce Colt-Burgess Lever Action Saddle Ring Carbine with Factory Letter

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Scarce Colt-Burgess Lever Action Saddle Ring Carbine with Factory Letter

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Burgess-Carbine
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 44-40
Barrel: 20 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 904
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is mostly darkened with visible rifling and scattered frosting.
Description:

One of 1,621 manufactured from 1883-1885. The included factory letter confirms the current configuration (the barrel length is not listed but is the standard length for a carbine) and shows it being shipped to Lyon & Johnson in St. Joseph, Missouri, on July 13th, 1885.

Rating Definition:

Relic grade, brown patina and pitting throughout. The wood has been refinished and has scattered dings and scratches. Mechanically functions.



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