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Lot #185

Lot 184: Civil War Smith Breech Loading Percussion Carbine

Civil War American Machine Works Smith Breech Loading Percussion Carbine

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 14, 2021

Lot 184: Civil War Smith Breech Loading Percussion Carbine

Civil War American Machine Works Smith Breech Loading Percussion Carbine

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 14, 2021

Estimated Price: $1,600 - $2,500
Price Realized:
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Civil War American Machine Works Smith Breech Loading Percussion Carbine

Manufacturer: American Machine Works
Model: Smith Carbine
Type: Carbine
Gauge: 50
Barrel: 21 1/2 inch part octagon
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2048
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 177
Class: Antique
Description:

Reportedly 30,362 Smith carbines were purchased by the United States Government throughout the Civil War from 1861-65. Some of these carbines were issued to the 3rd West Virginia Cavalry, who served as part of George Armstrong Custer's 3rd Division and played a pivotal role in the Battle of Moorefield in 1864. Standard markings and features including a blue barrel with blade front and ladder rear sight. The left side of the casehardened receiver is fitted with a sling bar and ring. The barrel has an "L.F.R" inspection mark on the left at the breech. Left of the stock wrist marked with a circled script "JH" cartouche.

Rating Definition:

Fine, retaining 60% thinning original blue finish on the barrel and trigger guard with some scattered light spotting. Frame turned to a smooth gray patina with some scattered light pitting. Wood is very good as lightly refinished with some light dents and scratches, a nicely repaired split at the wrist, and a clear cartouche. Mechanically excellent.



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