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A Smith's patent breechloading carbine -Select US Arms Type-
10 June 2013, 10:00 PDT
San FranciscoSold for US$1,053 inc. premium
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A Smith's patent breechloading carbine
Serial no. 1766; .50 caliber;21 5/8 inch two-stage rifled barrel stamped LDR at breech. Adjustable flip-up rear sight. Percussion case hardened action with saddle ring and standard patent and manufacturer's markings on left side. Brass finger release forward of trigger to open breech; iron furniture. Walnut buttstock and fore-end, brass plaque stamped M.F. Harmon on left side of buttstock and deep cartouche on wrist.
Condition: Good. Barrel retains much of darkened blueing, with significant surface rust and a series of scratches in front of fore-end on both sides. Action strong; minor pitting overall with faded grey traces of case colors. Hammer, band behind action, lock mount on top, and furniture are all dark brown and pitted; barrel band worn bright in two spots, otherwise dark and pitted. Missing curved brass finger release, only brass stud remains. Some screws marred. Stock with plaque added out of period; numerous dents, scratches, and marks from use; matte finish.
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Condition: Good. Barrel retains much of darkened blueing, with significant surface rust and a series of scratches in front of fore-end on both sides. Action strong; minor pitting overall with faded grey traces of case colors. Hammer, band behind action, lock mount on top, and furniture are all dark brown and pitted; barrel band worn bright in two spots, otherwise dark and pitted. Missing curved brass finger release, only brass stud remains. Some screws marred. Stock with plaque added out of period; numerous dents, scratches, and marks from use; matte finish.
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