CONFEDERATE SECOND MODEL MORSE CARBINE.

CONFEDERATE SECOND MODEL MORSE CARBINE. SN 333. Cal. 50. This is the scarcest model of the Morse carbines with only about 100-150 made and this is a fine original and authentic example. The Second Model (or Type II) Morse carbine, produced at the State Military Works in Greenville, South Carolina, is distinguished by a more sophisticated locking and firing mechanism. Included in this improved mechanism is the presence of a flanged iron rod connected to an iron plate with knurled edges which covers the forward top portion of the brass operating lever. The serial number range for this type of carbine is from 200 to the near 350 range. This carbine is serial numbered 333. This is an overall very nice example of the popular Confederate Morse Carbine with an especially nice stock clearly showing the burl and knots not normally picked for gun stocks, which clearly shows the Confederacy used any functional resources. CONDITION: Brass surfaces are scratched and cleaned with numerous small dings and stains. Bbl is gray/brown overall with scattered staining and pitting. Buttstock retains much of its orig varnish. Cryptic letter “C” in buttstock is well struck and discernible. Mechanically gun functions well with well defined rifling in bore. Stocks are sound and solid with about a 1-1/2″ patch repair at toe of buttstock. 4-49365 JS204 (15,000-20,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2013

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
	2234	$14,950.00	CONFEDERATE SECOND MODEL MORSE CARBINE. SN 333. Cal. 50. This is the scarcest model of the Morse carbines with only about 100-150 made and this is a fine original and authentic example. The Second Model (or Type II) Morse carbine, produced at the State Military Works in Greenville, South Carolina, is distinguished by a more sophisticated locking and firing mechanism. Included in this improved mechanism is the presence of a flanged iron rod connected to an iron plate with knurled edges which covers the forward top portion of the brass operating lever. The serial number range for this type of carbine is from 200 to the near 350 range. This carbine is serial numbered 333. This is an overall very nice example of the popular Confederate Morse Carbine with an especially nice stock clearly showing the burl and knots not normally picked for gun stocks, which clearly shows the Confederacy used any functional resources. CONDITION: Brass surfaces are scratched and cleaned with numerous small dings and stains. Bbl is gray/brown overall with scattered staining and pitting. Buttstock retains much of its orig varnish. Cryptic letter “C” in buttstock is well struck and discernible. Mechanically gun functions well with well defined rifling in bore. Stocks are sound and solid with about a 1-1/2″ patch repair at toe of buttstock. 4-49365 JS204 (15,000-20,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2013 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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