Lot 2059

FINE! U.S. CIVIL WAR SPENCER ARMY MODEL 1860 REPEATING .56-56 RIFLE WITH EARLY SOCKET BAYONET & SCABBARD

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FINE! U.S. CIVIL WAR SPENCER ARMY MODEL 1860 REPEATING .56-56 RIFLE WITH EARLY SOCKET BAYONET & SCABBARD

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Current Bid: $1,050

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Description:

Fine! U.S. Civil War Spencer Army Model 1860 Repeating .56-56 Rifle with Early Socket Bayonet & Scabbard. Absolutely exquisite Civil War Spencer Army Model 1860 rifle with the extremely rare early socket bayonet. 11,470 of these innovative rifles were manufactured for the U.S. government in 1863 and 1864 within primarily the 700-11000 serial number range. Rifles of this model were with Colonel Wilder's "Lightning Brigade" at Hoover's Gap and General Custer's Michigan "Wolverines" at Gettysburg. Markings: The top of the receiver is marked “SPENCER REPEATING / RIFLE CO. BOSTON MASS. / PAT’D MARCH 6 1860”. The serial number “10827” is marked on the rear top of the receiver and the bottom of the barrel under the forearm. The left side of the barrel near the chamber is marked "H". Sights/ Optics: The front sight is a blade fixed to a base by the muzzle. The rear sight is a ladder sight which presents a “V”-notch in the down position. When raised the ladder presents an integral “V’-notch at the top and a “V”-notch slider (the slider slides freely). The ladder is marked 2-8, inclusive. Stock Configuration: The stocks are two-piece wood featuring a forend that is secured by three barrel bands with a spring and screw, a straight comb and a metal butt-plate with a provision for the installed tubular magazine. There is a faint inspector cartouche on the left side of the stock. The cartouche appears to be "MMJ" (Martin M. Johnson). The Spencer Model 1860 Army Rifle is one of the most historically significant American military arms of the Civil War, representing a decisive shift from single shot muzzleloaders to true repeating rifles. Adopted in limited but impactful numbers beginning in 1863, the Spencer gave Union troops a dramatic advantage in sustained firepower through its lever actuated, butt fed tubular magazine system. Chambered in .56-56 rimfire, the full length Army rifle with its 30? barrel was intended for infantry use and stands as a cornerstone of 19th century military firearms development. This example dates to circa 1863–1864 production and retains correct period features, including the three band forend, ladder rear sight marked 2 through 8, and original receiver markings identifying Spencer Repeating Rifle Company of Boston. The markings are faded but legible, and the serial number is correctly located on the receiver and bottom of the barrel. Serial Number: 10827 | Caliber / Gauge: .56-56 Spencer | LOP: 13" | Working Order: Firearm has not been tested | Background Check: Not Required | Keywords: Firearms, Guns, Firearm; Ref: BD3301

  • Provenance: Includes early Model 1860 Spencer Army rifle unmarked bayonet with leather scabbard.
  • Dimensions: 30" barrel
  • Circa: 1863-1864
  • Condition: This rifle is in amazing condition with minimal signs of wear commensurate with age and light use. Approx. 70%-80% finish retained, appears to be refinished. There is light surface freckling what appears to be under the re-blued and case-colored finish mainly on the receiver. The receiver has faint case-coloring visible with a beautiful dark patina. The barrel shows well with extremely light freckling. The six-groove bore is semi-bright with visible rifling throughout. There is light scattered surface erosion/pitting in the second half of the bore near the muzzle. The bayonet is in great condition with a few light small spots of surface pitting. The leather scabbard shows signs of age and shows its age. Please review the photos for details and condition.

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Bid Increments
From: To: Increments:
$0 $99 $5
$100 $199 $10
$200 $999 $20
$1,000 $4,999 $50
$5,000 $9,999 $100
$10,000 + $200