May 28 & 29, 2020 Extraordinary, Sporting, & Collector Firearms
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 5/28/2020
U.S. Model 1855 Pistol Carbine with detachable shoulder stock. .58 caliber percussion. Lockplate has Maynard type priming system. Marked in two lines "U.S. / SPRINGFIELD" and "1855". 12" round barrel, with single brass barrel band and sling swivel. Blade front sight and fold down two leaf rear barrel sight. Walnut stock with brass furniture. Round brass grip cap with sling swivel. Swivel ramrod with concave button tip. Walnut detachable shoulder stock with brass buttplate marked "U.S." on top of heel. Brass mounting lug. Sling swivel mounted at toe of stock. CONDITION: Very fine overall. Pleasing mustard color patina on brass components. Moderate pitting on barrel. Lock and hammer are a grey/brown patina. Pistol stock is cracked on both sides at the wrist. Wood on detachable stock is excellent showing moderate wear. Action is tight. Bore is dark. -MKS-
Caliber/Bore
.58 Percussion