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The Civil War Relicman, |
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Winchester, Virginia USA (changed hands 70 times in the Civil War!) |
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I am a collector buying and selling authentic Civil War Relics |
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Weapons of the Civil War
All weapons listed on this webpage are strictly manufactured before 1898, and are considered unsafe for actual use. These are antique collectible weapons of the Civil War (most are pre 1865, unless I state otherwise) and actual firing of these weapons is not recommended for any purpose whatsoever! Because these are all "pre 1898" weapons, no licenses are required for ownership, but common sense and good judgment are real good things to have.
W0791 Burnside carbine
4th model .54 cal
This weapon revolutionized breech loaders, as it was the first
significant use with metal cartridges. The block of the 4th model is plain with
no screw, and the saddle riding bar on the left side is affixed in the front.
Marks on top of frame "BURNSIDE PATENT / MARCH 25, 1856" Barrel is
marked "CAST STEEL 1862" Lock marked "BURNSIDE RIFLE CO /
PROVIDENCE, RI". Serial number normally appears three times, twice on the
top of the breech and once inside (can be viewed by opening the breech).
"5753" Inspector cartouche stamped on stock behind the lock. Single
shot breechloader, percussion firing system, iron buttplate, single iron barrel
band, saddle riding bar and ring on left side, strap hook on bottom of butt, two
leaf sight.
Metal appearance pleasing with light rust, sight intact, bore is clean, rifling
definite, wood solid with dings and scratches from use, riding ring and bar
intact, sling hook intact, mechanics fully functional.
Barrel length 21 in.
Ref: Flayderman's 8th Edition pg. 507
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