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Lot #169

Lot 168: Civil War Merrill 2nd Type Breech Loading Percussion Carbine

Civil War Merrill Breech Loading Percussion Carbine

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: November 30, 2018

Lot 168: Civil War Merrill 2nd Type Breech Loading Percussion Carbine

Civil War Merrill Breech Loading Percussion Carbine

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: November 30, 2018

Estimated Price: $1,800 - $2,500
Price Realized:
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Civil War Merrill Breech Loading Percussion Carbine

Manufacturer: Merrill James H
Model: Pat-Carbine
Type: Carbine
Gauge: 54 percussion
Barrel: 22 1/8 inch round
Finish: casehardened/bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1947
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 88
Class: Antique
Description:

It's estimated that just under 14,500 Merrill carbines were manufactured in two variations (this example being the second type) during the Civil War. Merrill carbines were issued to units from New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Indiana, Wisconsin, Kentucky, and Delaware, as well as many being captured by Southern forces. This example has standard markings and features including a cartouche on the left of the stock and "U.S." marked buttplate.

Rating Definition:

Good showing a bright appearance overall with crisp markings and an attractively aged patina on the brass mountings. There is some minor pitting on the barrel. The refinished wood is also good with numerous minor dings, dents, and scratches, and a repaired hairline crack in the wrist. Mechanically excellent.



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