MODEL 1855 US PERCUSSION PISTOL CARBINE.

MODEL 1855 US PERCUSSION PISTOL CARBINE. SN NSN. Cal. 58. This popular pistol with detachable shoulder stock was made at the Springfield Armory between 1855 and 1857 and many examples saw Civil War usage. Guns and stocks have individual assembly numbers generally between 1 and 20. It is not known whether these were issued with matching numbers, but this particular gun does have matching assembly numbers 1 on gun and buttstock. This novel design by the Springfield Armory inspired Colonel Colt to add shoulder stocks to his early war cavalry revolvers. This gun appears original and complete. CONDITION: Gun overall is in good condition and functions including Maynard Device, metal surfaces are gray with scattered areas of staining and pitting. Bbl and lock have matching 1855 dates. All markings are well-struck and discernible. Gun has break in stock below lock and has about a 1″ x 1/2″ wood inset repair as can be seen in photos. There is also a break about 3/4″ above the buttstock in the wood also seen in photos. Inspector’s cartouche is only visible in outline as stocks for both gun and shoulder stock have numerous small dings, dents, and scratches as can be seen in photos. 45075 JS16 (2,500-3,500)

Auction: Firearms - Spring 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
	2496	$3,450.00	MODEL 1855 US PERCUSSION PISTOL CARBINE. SN NSN. Cal. 58. This popular pistol with detachable shoulder stock was made at the Springfield Armory between 1855 and 1857 and many examples saw Civil War usage. Guns and stocks have individual assembly numbers generally between 1 and 20. It is not known whether these were issued with matching numbers, but this particular gun does have matching assembly numbers 1 on gun and buttstock. This novel design by the Springfield Armory inspired Colonel Colt to add shoulder stocks to his early war cavalry revolvers. This gun appears original and complete. CONDITION: Gun overall is in good condition and functions including Maynard Device, metal surfaces are gray with scattered areas of staining and pitting. Bbl and lock have matching 1855 dates. All markings are well-struck and discernible. Gun has break in stock below lock and has about a 1″ x 1/2″ wood inset repair as can be seen in photos. There is also a break about 3/4″ above the buttstock in the wood also seen in photos. Inspector’s cartouche is only visible in outline as stocks for both gun and shoulder stock have numerous small dings, dents, and scratches as can be seen in photos. 45075 JS16 (2,500-3,500) Auction: Firearms - Spring 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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