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Civil War Ballard Cavalry Cartridge Carbine

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:325.00 USD Estimated At:NA
Civil War Ballard Cavalry Cartridge Carbine
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Civil War Ballard Cavalry Cartridge Carbine, #10300, .44 RF cal., 22'' round-to-octagonal barrel with dovetailed slot front and adjustable leaf rear sights, receiver marked ''Ballard's Patent/Nov. 5, 1861'' on right side, and ''Ball & Williams/Worcester, Mass./Merwin & Bray Agts./New York'' on left; iron furniture including single barrel band, serpentine actuating lever and buttplate. Two-piece walnut stocks. All visible serial numbers match. Condition is good+ retaining no original finish with a smooth brownish-gunmetal gray color, sharp edges and lettering; sling swivels are missing; buttstock is a replacement. Action works but hammer does not cock; bore is clean with distinct rifling. Est.: $650-$950. (Antique)