CIVIL WAR AUSTRIAN CARBINE WITH PURPORTED USE BY BLACK U.S. CAVALRYMAN.

CIVIL WAR AUSTRIAN CARBINE WITH PURPORTED USE BY BLACK U.S. CAVALRYMAN. This is a nice example of surplus Austrian carbines that were imported into the Confederacy early in the Civil War. This gun conforms to other known models measuring 30″ overall with about a 15″ multi-grooved bbl being about 75 cal. This gun is marked “852” on the lock in the typical Austrian form of dating not using the “1”. This gun has various matching proofs on all metal parts. This carbine appears original and complete in every regard. The stock with carved initial “E.C.” These initials are unquestionably from the period of use and show appropriate patina and wear. In addition, under the buttplate was discovered written on the stock “Ennis Combs”. There was an “Ennis Combs” who attained the rank of first sergeant in Company M of the 6th U.S. Colored Cavalry. His name is also found listed under the “Combs” names for Civil War Soldiers and Sailors from the National Parks Service where there are two “Ennis Combs” listed, both 1st Sgt. One from the U.S.C.T. Cav, Co. M. Another “Ennis Combs” also listed as a 1st Sgt. was in the 120th Regiment U.S.C.T. Inf. Co. A. Since this is a cavalry carbine it more likely belonged to the “Ennis Combs” who was a member of the cavalry. CONDITION: Overall this gun is in very good condition with gray metal with staining and pitting. Stock is sound with various inspector marks in wood and metal; all being discerned. Bore shows crisp, well defined 12 groove rifling. Mechanically gun functions well. 4-46180 JS105 (4,000-7,000)

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
	2132A	$10,350.00	CIVIL WAR AUSTRIAN CARBINE WITH PURPORTED USE BY BLACK U.S. CAVALRYMAN. This is a nice example of surplus Austrian carbines that were imported into the Confederacy early in the Civil War. This gun conforms to other known models measuring 30″ overall with about a 15″ multi-grooved bbl being about 75 cal. This gun is marked “852” on the lock in the typical Austrian form of dating not using the “1”. This gun has various matching proofs on all metal parts. This carbine appears original and complete in every regard. The stock with carved initial “E.C.” These initials are unquestionably from the period of use and show appropriate patina and wear. In addition, under the buttplate was discovered written on the stock “Ennis Combs”. There was an “Ennis Combs” who attained the rank of first sergeant in Company M of the 6th U.S. Colored Cavalry. His name is also found listed under the “Combs” names for Civil War Soldiers and Sailors from the National Parks Service where there are two “Ennis Combs” listed, both 1st Sgt. One from the U.S.C.T. Cav, Co. M. Another “Ennis Combs” also listed as a 1st Sgt. was in the 120th Regiment U.S.C.T. Inf. Co. A. Since this is a cavalry carbine it more likely belonged to the “Ennis Combs” who was a member of the cavalry. CONDITION: Overall this gun is in very good condition with gray metal with staining and pitting. Stock is sound with various inspector marks in wood and metal; all being discerned. Bore shows crisp, well defined 12 groove rifling. Mechanically gun functions well. 4-46180 JS105 (4,000-7,000) 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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