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Lot 258:Scarce Civil War U.S. Contract Gwyn & Campbell Type I Carbine

September 6th, 2019|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 258:Scarce Civil War U.S. Contract Gwyn & Campbell Type I Carbine

September 6th, 2019|Rock Island, IL
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Scarce Civil War U.S. Contract Gwyn & Campbell Type I 'Grapevine' Breech Loading Percussion Carbine

These carbines were manufactured by Edward Gwyn and Abner C. Campbell in Ohio and are essentially updated versions of their prior Cosmopolitan carbines. This example has the standard Type I markings and features, and is equipped with the 900 yard rear sight. Only approximately 4,200 of this variation were manufactured c. 1863-1864.

ConditionGood, showing mostly a smooth grey patina with some scattered light pitting and mostly visible markings. The reoiled wood is fair with a few hairline cracks, some scattered mild chipping, and scratches and dents consistent with use. The rear sight adjustment slide is absent. Mechanically excellent.
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ManufacturerGwyn & Campbell
ModelUnion-Carbine
TypeCarbine
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge52 percussion
Barrel20 inch round
Finishcasehardened/blue
Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views1944
Catalog page128
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