SPENCER MODEL 1865 RIFLE WITH BAYONET AND SCABBARD.

SPENCER MODEL 1865 RIFLE WITH BAYONET AND SCABBARD. SN 25315. Cal. 50. 32-5/8” rnd bbl. This is a conversion model, which was sent to the troops in the west for trials when the government was trying to develop a new breechloader for use by the troops. SN on the side of the bbl was added by Springfield when they did the conversion. Note that there are only two bbl bands to hold the stock to the bbl but a ramrod has been added and the rear sight changed to the Springfield produced type. Saddle ring carbine was left in place, although it was not needed after the sling swivels were added to the bottom of the stock and front bbl band. There is a large “ESA” cartouche on the left side of the stock. Stabler safety was also left in place. This stops the travel of the breechblock and allows for shooting sgl shots. CONDITION: Fine to excellent. 90% bright blue on the bbl. 80% casehardening colors on the action. Lever and trigger plate are mostly gray metal and there is a crack across the lever at the pivot screw. Wood is fine with good edges and minor dents and scratches. Bayonet, which is marked only with “P” on the socket, has a smooth gray patina and is slightly loose on the front sight. Mechanically excellent. 4-56329 FS164 (4,500-6,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2005

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
	3493	$4,140.00	SPENCER MODEL 1865 RIFLE WITH BAYONET AND SCABBARD. SN 25315. Cal. 50. 32-5/8” rnd bbl. This is a conversion model, which was sent to the troops in the west for trials when the government was trying to develop a new breechloader for use by the troops. SN on the side of the bbl was added by Springfield when they did the conversion. Note that there are only two bbl bands to hold the stock to the bbl but a ramrod has been added and the rear sight changed to the Springfield produced type. Saddle ring carbine was left in place, although it was not needed after the sling swivels were added to the bottom of the stock and front bbl band. There is a large “ESA” cartouche on the left side of the stock. Stabler safety was also left in place. This stops the travel of the breechblock and allows for shooting sgl shots. CONDITION: Fine to excellent. 90% bright blue on the bbl. 80% casehardening colors on the action. Lever and trigger plate are mostly gray metal and there is a crack across the lever at the pivot screw. Wood is fine with good edges and minor dents and scratches. Bayonet, which is marked only with “P” on the socket, has a smooth gray patina and is slightly loose on the front sight. Mechanically excellent. 4-56329 FS164 (4,500-6,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2005 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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