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FR-255, US Civil War Gallager carbine

This item is listed for historical interest only. It is not for sale.

Walnut stock has an overall dark appearance. Right side has steel patchbox with a rich dark patina. There is no cartouche visible. Saddle ring and bar are attached to side opposite the lock. There are small dings and scratches across the stock, no cartouche available. Iron buttplate has nice dark patina. The lockplate and the receiver had a matching patina but they have been cleaned. All markings on the lockplate are to the rear of the hammer. Closest to the edge of the lockplate is “GALLAGER’S PATENT, JULY 14th 1860” in two lines. This stamping is sharp and clear. Closer to the hammer is “MANUFACTd BY RICHARDSON & OVERMAN PHILADELPHIA.” This stamping is in three lines and is very light, especially at center. Clearly stamped below this second marking is the serial number 10227. As stated above, the receiver and lockplate have been cleaned but the top of the hammer and the barrel tang retain their dark patina. Action works good and original nipple is present. Loading action is good. Loading lever and trigger tang match the darker color of the hammer and barrel tang. The barrel starts out bright where it meets the receiver and in the area of the rear site, but gets darker as you move forward. Bore is pitted but still does have a fair amount of rifling present.