#5054 • Civil War Gwyn & Campbell Carbine-Type 2

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

High bid $750.00

Status: Sold

Gwyn & Campbell carbine-Type II in .52 cal with 20" octagonal to round barrel. Right side lockplate lightly stamped in 4 lines "GWYN & CAMPBELL / PATENT / 1862 / HAMILTON, O." On right side on frame near barrel is stamped in two lines "UNION / RIFLE". Carbine presents barrel serial number"4643" and receiver serial numbered"2911". Bore exhibits powder corrosion in barrel near breech end. Breech exhibits corrosion and surface of gun exhibits some mottling. Wood in good condition with minimal gouging