This Peabody carbine was manufactured by the Providence Tool Company in 1866-1871. The barrel is fitted with a notch and folding leaf rear sight and a front sight blade mounted on a bayonet stud base. A saddle ring and staple are located on the left side of the receiver as are the "PEABODY'S PAT./JULY 22, 1862/MAN'F'D BY/PROVIDENCE TOOL CO./PROV. R.I." markings. The Providence Tool Co. inspection mark for foreign contract arms, "W.C.," is stamped on the left stock wrist. Peabody carbines were purchased by France for use in the Franco-Prussian War and also by Switzerland, Romania, Mexico, and Spain.

Excellent plus, as issued, with 98% plus original blue and vivid casehardened finish, oiled finish on the exceptional wood, distinct markings, minor marks and scratches, some small slivers absent around the lock mortise, and generally only light handling and storage related wear. Mechanically excellent. This carbine would be very difficult to improve on.