Original U.S. 1862 Patent Peabody Saddle-Ring Carbine in .50 Rimfire Issued to State Militias - Serial 112327 German Field Gear It was designed for the

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They argued that those heavy bullets falling down could be dangerous to friendly troops

Comes complete with a light wood scabbard with large silver top mount/mouth piece

Features Sergeant Major collar tabs with embroidered stars

Memorable As: The halting of the greatest threat to Paris since 1914

Original U.S. 1862 Patent Peabody Saddle-Ring Carbine in .50 Rimfire Issued to State Militias - Serial 112327 German Field Gear It was designed for theOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of a rare gun. This ignition system was invented in Boston, Mass. by Henry O. Peabody who received a patent in 1862. Production started in 1866 and continued through 1872. Though over 112,000 rifles and carbines were manufactured during that period, over 100,000 were shipped to Government Users outside the United States in several different calibers. This example is in . 50 Caliber