These carbines were designed by Albert Ball and produced by E.G. Lamson & Co. Only 1,002 of these distinctive carbines were manufactured starting 1864 and delivered after the end of the Civil War making them rare collectibles. Winchester and Smith & Wesson both purchased the company's machinery after the war. One of the interesting aspects of the design is the 7-shot tubular magazine similar to the Henry and later Winchesters. This example has the standard markings and features. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Very good, retains traces of the original case colors on the receiver in sheltered areas with the balance a mottled mostly grey patina with some scattered patches of dark brown oxidation and pitting. The reoiled wood is also very good with a few hairline cracks and some scattered minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.