#5049 • Civil War Richardson & Overman-Gallager Carbine

Part of Firearms | August 18, 2020 at 12:00 PM (live auction by Alderfer Auction)

High bid $800.00

Status: Sold

Richardson & Overman-Gallager carbine in .50 cal with 22.25" round barrel. Side plate of frame stamped in 3 lines"MANUFACTURED BY / RICHARD & OVERMAN / PHILADA" followed by serial number"10382". Also stamped on frame side in two lines is"GALLAGER'S PATENT / JULY 17th 1860". Side of stock presents carved initials"HWM". Carbine presents good bore. Overall surface exhibits wear with graying and slight mottling to surface. Wood exhibits some wear and gouges indicating use.