CONFEDERATE RICHMOND CARBINE

CONFEDERATE RICHMOND CARBINE. Richmond Carbines, depending on the reference, were not made until late 1863 or 1864. Earlier parts often show up on these guns as battlefield-gleaned bbls & locks were used. This bbl conforms to the typical configuration found, having a 25″ .58 cal bbl with the unique wide pinched front sight only seen on Richmond arms. These guns uniquely used 3 sling swivels, one on front band, one on trigger guard and one in buttstock. This gun exhibits all three. Forestock is held by two bands, which are the same as the rear and middle band as a standard 3-band rifled musket. Nosecap & buttplate are of brass, correctly marked on lock forward of hammer is “C.S. / RICHMOND VA” and at the tail is dated 1863. This gun has soldier’s initials and “1863” carved in stock as can be seen in pictures. These guns saw hard use. This gun is no exception but it appears orig & authentic and retains an orig Confederate canvas sling. CONDITION: Bbl is cleaned and gray overall with pitting, especially at breech. VP proof still visible on bbl but not bbl date. Buttplate & nosecap are well fit, though nosecap has been cleaned, both exhibit good patina. Bbl bands are gray & smooth overall and are loosely fit being possibly replacements. Rear sight is correct style but appears replaced as does ramrod. There is discernible rifling in bore though it is faint from much use. Stock is sound with good red color and two sets of initials and date carved on either side. There is a 4-1/2″ glued repair to stock in front of lock as can be seen in photos. The rear sling swivel appears correct but has been reseated into mortise in wood and base sits about 1/4″ below surface of stock. 4-45795 JS43 (3,000-5,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2012

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2080B	$5,462.50	CONFEDERATE RICHMOND CARBINE. Richmond Carbines, depending on the reference, were not made until late 1863 or 1864. Earlier parts often show up on these guns as battlefield-gleaned bbls & locks were used. This bbl conforms to the typical configuration found, having a 25″ .58 cal bbl with the unique wide pinched front sight only seen on Richmond arms. These guns uniquely used 3 sling swivels, one on front band, one on trigger guard and one in buttstock. This gun exhibits all three. Forestock is held by two bands, which are the same as the rear and middle band as a standard 3-band rifled musket. Nosecap & buttplate are of brass, correctly marked on lock forward of hammer is “C.S. / RICHMOND VA” and at the tail is dated 1863. This gun has soldier’s initials and “1863” carved in stock as can be seen in pictures. These guns saw hard use. This gun is no exception but it appears orig & authentic and retains an orig Confederate canvas sling. CONDITION: Bbl is cleaned and gray overall with pitting, especially at breech. VP proof still visible on bbl but not bbl date. Buttplate & nosecap are well fit, though nosecap has been cleaned, both exhibit good patina. Bbl bands are gray & smooth overall and are loosely fit being possibly replacements. Rear sight is correct style but appears replaced as does ramrod. There is discernible rifling in bore though it is faint from much use. Stock is sound with good red color and two sets of initials and date carved on either side. There is a 4-1/2″ glued repair to stock in front of lock as can be seen in photos. The rear sling swivel appears correct but has been reseated into mortise in wood and base sits about 1/4″ below surface of stock. 4-45795 JS43 (3,000-5,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2012 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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