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KENNEDY SADDLE RING CARBINE Serial number I 127

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles / Militaria Start Price:1,250.00 USD Estimated At:2,500.00 - 4,500.00 USD
KENNEDY SADDLE RING CARBINE Serial number I 127
<B>KENNEDY SADDLE RING CARBINE</B></I> - Serial number "I 127" Circa 1880's. .44-.40 caliber with 20" round barrel stamped "Whitneyville Armory, CT, U.S.A." This carbine sat in a moist environment, causing the butt of the stock to erode and the butt plate to become detached. A very old and hard rawhide wrap, along with a number of large-diameter tacks are present on the butt stock. There are a number of markings in the wood applied to add decoration. This carbine is a rare survivor of the Indian wars era. Accompanied by an Indian-made scabbard with fringe decoration. <BR><B><BR>Condition:</B></I> Saddle ring intentionally removed during period of use, as found on many American Indian carbines. Carbine has an overall un-cleaned pleasing appearance.<BR><BR><b>Shipping:</b> Bats, Clubs, Sticks, Swords, Rif (<a target="_blank" href="http://www.heritageauctions.com/common/shipping.php">view shipping information</a>)