These rifles were manufactured starting around 1875 and into the 1880s. Less than 1,000 Peabody-Martini sporting rifles were manufactured in total by the Providence Tool Co. including examples in at least six different basic configurations. "44 CAL" and "100 GRS" are marked on the muzzle and on top at the breech. It has a windage adjustable globe front sight, "MANUFACTURED BY THE PROVIDENCE TOOL CO. PROVIDENCE, R.I. U.S.A." on the top of the barrel, "PEABODY & MARTINI PATENTS" in ornate Gothic script with scroll accents on the right side of the action, "What Cheer" in the same letter with coordinating scrolls on the left side, two long range Vernier peep sights (one on the upper tang and one on the heel), and checkered stock and forearm. "What cheer" is the motto of Providence and was essentially a 17th century equivalent of "what's up." It is significant to the region's history based on Roger Williams reportedly being greeted by a group of Narragansett with the phrase "what cheer netop (friend)" upon arriving on Rhode Island.

Fine overall with 75% original blue finish, 40% subtle original case colors, light gray and brown patina, minor edge wear, some light scratches on the otherwise fine wood, crisp checkering and markings, and a few minor dents. Mechanically excellent.