Maynard carbines were easily among the best cavalry weapons available during the Civil War. Both sides used them and held them in high regard. Approximately 20,000 second model Maynard carbines were manufactured between 1864-1865. Some were issued to the 6th, 9th, and 11th Indiana Cavalry as well as the 10th and 11th East Tennessee Union Cavalry. Pinched blade front sight, three leaf rear sight, "W" single letter inspection initial stamped on the left barrel flat at the breech, and two boxed script inspection cartouches stamped on the left of the stock wrist. A brass collection tag stamped "ACW 1043" is hanging from the saddle bar.

Very fine, retains 95% original blue finish with a few small patches of light freckling/pitting on the right of the barrel, 80% plus vivid original case colors with some areas of light freckling, and sharp edges and markings in the metal overall. Stock is also very fine with defined edges, a few scattered dents and scratches, and exceptionally crisp cartouches. Mechanically excellent.