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Springfield M.1807 Infantry ''Indian Carbine''

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:1,750.00 USD Estimated At:NA
Springfield M.1807 Infantry ''Indian Carbine''
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U.S. Springfield Model 1807 Single Shot Infantry ''Indian Carbine'', converted to percussion by the drum-and-nipple method, NVSN, .54 cal., 32.75'' round barrel, ''P/eaglehead/V'' and ''US'' on barrel at breech, early style script ''US'' and eagle over arched ''Springfield'' on lockplate, ''1809'' stamped at rear of lockplate and on brass buttplate tang. Metal originally finished in the bright, with brass mountings. Oil finished one-piece walnut stock with oval brass escutcheon atop wrist, brass-tipped wooden ramrod secured by three brass thimbles. Condition is very good to fine showing bright metal with minor black powder pitting at drum, and toned brass. Stock is smooth and solid showing nice color, some wear and dings, old repair at left side under comb, but shows well. Scarce and desirable, as only 1,202 were mfg'd in 1809 on order of the Indian Dept. as gifts for friendly natives. Action is tight and crisp, bore appears clean. Est.: $3,500-$5,000. (Antique) (Joe Poyer collection)