A total of around 16,500 Joslyn carbines were manufactured during the Civil War under contract with the U.S. government in two models. The Model 1862 is easily identified by its use of a friction catch for the breech rather than the pull out latch on the Model 1864. It has the standard markings and features, including matching serial numbers.

Very good with mottled gray and brown patina and some light pitting on the iron, aged patina on the brass, and numerous surface scrapes and dings on the reoiled stock typical of extensive military use. Mechanically excellent.