Old West & Native American Auction
Lot 1340:
Description
Unlike like the first model, which used a percussion ignition, the second model used an innovative breech loading, single-shot, .52 caliber rimfire system invented by Benjamin Franklin Joslyn in 1861. Designed for field use with Federal horse soldiers, the US government contracted for a total of over 16,500 Joslyn carbines during the American Civil War. However, this single-shot design was not as popular as the Spencer’s repeating multi-shot rimfire capability, so Joslyn carbines were removed from service at the end of the war. This particular rifle has a 22-inch, round rifled barrel with a fixed, front pinch sight and rear, leaf flip sight. The barrel bears the stamping “FDL” on the left side, below the rear sight. The lock plate bears the markings “Joslyn Firearms Co. / Stonington Conn / 1864”. The serial number, “6879”,is stamped on the top of the breechblock and on the upper tang. It has a single piece walnut stock, which displays a large crack and missing wood near the breechblock. The stock also displays wear from normal handling and storage. A saddle ring is attached to the left side of the stock and two government inspection ‘cartouches’ are lightly stamped on the stock above the saddle ring. At the top of the metal butt plate bears the marking “US”. All metal parts exhibit remnants of the factory finish, however, light oxidation is visible. The bore is clean, and the rifling is in good condition. The breechblock opens easily, and the hammer moves freely, however the trigger catch needs adjustment/repair. All markings are clean and crisp. The overall length of the rifle is 39 inches. From Donley’s Wild West Town Museum.
S/N:6879
C&R Eligible
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