June 25-28, 2018 Firearms
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 6/25/2018
Octagon barrel with New haven Arms barrel address on top flat. Serial number 2601 is present on top flat forward of receiver. Gun metal brass receiver with sight slot on top. American walnut straight grained stock with brass buttplate and sling swivel mounted on left side. Many of these rifles saw extensive service during the period of unrest of the United States Civil War. The iconic Henry rifle was issues extensively to Union troops and state Militias. Later they saw extensive use during our period of western expansion and have even been excavated at Civil War and Indian War battle sites. This example shows signs of hard use and some indications of contemporary restoration. The barrel has turned a mellow chocolate patina with replaced front sight. Rear sight is not present. The gun metal brass receiver has been cleaned and is somewhat bright. The American walnut stock has been sanded and is now somewhat undersized. The lower tang screw is a replacement. The bolt is a contemporary reproduction and has been pleasantly aged to give the appearance of being authentic. This Model 1860 is a very aesthetically pleasing example.
Accessories
Original Cleaning Rod Set