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2491
$2,070.00
Revised: 2/21/2011 

Correction: The date on the five-line markings on the receiver should be “1841” NOT “1831” as stated in the catalogue.

MODEL 1840 NORTH MADE HALL TYPE III CARBINE. SN NSN. Cal. .52 smooth. 21″ long bbl is still smooth bore. Receiver retains the five line markings of “U.S./S.NORTH/MIDLtn/CONN./1831”. This is the variation with the sling ring originally mounted on the side. Left side of barrel marked with the inspector’s initials of “EB” for (Elizur Bates). The stock shows no visible inspectors markings. PROVENANCE: Michael Gingher Estate Collection. CONDITION: Overall the metal is in very good condition showing age patina on the metal work. Wood matches in condition with some roughness from use in the field as these, like the Model 1842 carbines were heavily used during the Mexican War. Overall a solid gun with no abuse and only some very light pitting around the musket size nipple. 4-41872 PS9 (2,000-3,000)


Auction: Firearms - Spring 2011
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