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BURNSIDE CARBINE, 5TH MODEL - MILITARY PURCHASE

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:1,100.00 USD Estimated At:2,200.00 - 2,400.00 USD
BURNSIDE CARBINE, 5TH MODEL - MILITARY PURCHASE
<B>VERY FINE EARLY 5TH MODEL BURNSIDE CIVIL WAR .54 CALIBER PERCUSSION BREECH LOADING CARBINE (FLAYDERMAN 9B-046). SERIAL # 5648, PROBABLY MANUFACTURED IN 1863</B></I> A very nice condition early example of this popular Civil War cavalry carbine that saw extensive use in the hands of the cavalry of the Army of the Potomac. <BR><B><BR>Condition: </B></I>Barrel with smooth dark patina and traces of original blue. Frame and hammer with 20% original case colors, the balance a smooth gray. Breech block, and tang retain about 80% of the original bright blue/case colors. Lever with traces of color the balance a smooth gray patina. Band and buttplate also smooth with traces of blue. Wood very nice with vestiges of both cartouches, just a few minor nicks and one small filled area on left side of forestock just forward of frame, also minor. <BR><BR><b>Shipping:</b> Requires 3rd Party Shipping (<a target="_blank" href="http://www.heritageauctions.com/common/shipping.php">view shipping information</a>)
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