GUN FALL 2016
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/4/2016
SUPERB MAYNARD SECOND MODEL CARBINE DATED 1865.MAYNARD2ND MODEL CARBINE2243050CALCal. 50. Maynard Type II Carbine 50 caliber with 20" rnd to oct bbl with 3-leaf folding rear sight and fix blade front. SN "22430" and dated "1865" on tang. 1-pc walnut stock with 2 very prominent inspectors cartouches on left side. Right side of receiver marked "Manufactured by.Mass.Arms.Co., Chicopee Falls". Deeply case colored receiver with rust blue bbl and hammer. The Maynard Carbine was extensively used in the United States Civil War. predominantly by U.S. Calvary regiments. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with most rust blue remaining on bbl and hammer. Case colors on receiver are somewhat dark and mottled, but are quite prevalent. The upper and lower tangs both have evidence of slight neglect with salt and pepper patina. 1-pc walnut stock is exceptionally fine with no cracks or serious abuse. Bore and chamber are bright and shiny and give the impression of being never used. Mechanics are sharp and crisp. A very minor cleaning would be very beneficial and would improve this carbine drastically. 51030-16 TDW (1,800-2,500)