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RARE SARSON & ROBERTS US MODEL 1861 CONTRACT RIFLE

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:800.00 USD Estimated At:1,500.00 - 2,500.00 USD
RARE SARSON & ROBERTS US MODEL 1861 CONTRACT RIFLE
BARREL 40". CALIBER 58. Made in NEW YORK with most of the parts contracted from " Alfred Jenks & Son PHIL". Only made in 1862-63 with total made about 5140. Lock is stamped "US NEW YORK 1862" with eagle. Standard features include 3-bands, two leaf rear sight, full length walnut stock, steel ramrod and sling swivels. Metal finished in the white. Condition. Metal is smooth homogenous patina with usual minor corrosion near breech. Stock is excellent with some added finish. Bore is very good. Most of these saw heavy war service and very few survived and this example is in fine condition overall. ANTIQUE