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Providence Arms Peabody's Patent FB Rifle

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:250.00 USD Estimated At:500.00 - 1,000.00 USD
Providence Arms Peabody's Patent FB Rifle
Auction Location:

16600 Aston Street
Irvine, CA
Providence Arms Peabody's Patent Single Shot Falling Block Rifle, NSNV, approx. .43 Spanish cal., 33'' barrel, bright finish, walnut stock, with post front blade and tangent rear sights. (Caliber is undetermined and should be inspected by a competent gunsmith before any attempt at firing.) Receiver is marked ''PEABODY'S PAT. / JULY 22. 1862 / MAN'F'D BY / PROVIDENCE TOOL CO. / PROV. R.I.'' on left side of frame. Left side of wrist has a small ''W.C.'' cartouche. Several components have a single sub-inspector's letter proofmark. No ramrod. Developed during the Civil War, but unable to get into full production before the war ended. Subsequent sales were primarily exports to militaries both in Europe and South America. Condition is excellent as in the white, with fire blued screws showing micro-scratches, toning to finish, and some rust on the lower sling swivel. Stock is excellent with handling marks and small dents. Action is tight, bore is bright. Est.: $500-$1,000. (Antique)