BURNSIDE CARBINE RIFLE 1856 & HOLSTER
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Civil War era breech-loading carbine rifle signed Burnside Rifle Co. Providence RI and Patent March 25, 1856. Also CAST STEEL PO. Serial number 31534, half-stock 39 in long, percussion fire with 20 in barrel. 54 caliber. Good mechanics and cosmetic condition. Together with an antique leather and metal saddle holster for this type of gun, 30 in long. (This famous weapon was invented by Union Major General Ambrose Burnside who in 1865 was forced to resign from his position for incompetence during several Civil War battles).
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BURNSIDE CARBINE RIFLE 1856 & HOLSTER
Estimate $1,200 - $2,000
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