Original Civil War Burnside 5th Model cavalry carbine that is in good original condition. Produced by the Burnside Rifle Co of Providence, Rhode Island, this cavalry weapon is a .54 caliber single-shot, breech-loading carbine. This arm employed the uniquely designed, tapered .54 caliber Burnside brass cased cartridge. It features a hinged center receiver section that drops down when the inner latch in the trigger guard is activated and allows for quick insertion of the cartridge. Serial numbers all matching is visible on breech block and receiver bears serial #18888.

Barrel exhibits a plum patina with scattered pin-prick pitting t. Bore has good rifling but dark. Front and rear sights are proper for this model. Barrel is stamped "CAST STEEL 1862” between rear sight and single barrel band.

As stated above all metal surfaces, except for the barrel band, have a dark, untouched appearance. Top of the breech bears maker’s stamp "BURNSIDE PATENT / MARCH 25TH 1856” . Only the edges of the stamping are visible. The lock behind the hammer is clearly marked "BURNSIDE RIFLE CO. / PROVIDENCE, R.I.” Mechanics are good. Hammer holds at half-cock and a solid full-cock position. Nipple is original and is in good condition.

Black walnut stock is good. There is no visible cartouche but has the S inspector marks throughout. Stock exhibits a number of shallow dings and dents consistent with use and age.” Weapon is fitted with a cavalry sling bar with a ring.

According to Norm Flayderman approx. 43,000 5th Model Burnsides were produced 1863-1865 and it also featured a hinged breechblock.

Item # DROL3057

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