CIVIL WAR Antique MASS. ARMS CO. 2nd Model MAYNARD 1863 Cavalry SR Carbine .50 Caliber Percussion Saddle Ring Carbine

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CIVIL WAR Antique MASS. ARMS CO.  2^nd Model MAYNARD 1863 Cavalry SR Carbine

.50 Caliber Percussion Saddle Ring Carbine

Here we present an antique Maynard Second Model 1863 Cavalry percussion carbine, made by Massachusetts Arms Co. in Chicopee, Massachusetts, circa 1863. The 2^nd Model Maynard carbine is widely regarded as one of the best performing and most accurate of all the cavalry arms used during the Civil War. The well favored, metallic cartridge breech loading carbine was the invention of New Jersey doctor Edward Maynard, who patented his 1^st model carbine in 1851. Between 1863 and 1865, the US Ordnance Department contracted for over 20,000 2^nd model carbines. Issued mostly to the Federal cavalry, the Maynard proved a lightweight, dependable carbine that saw extensive service in the field.

This Civil War carbine was a streamlined and simplified version of the first model, which was equipped with the Maynard Tape Priming System. Some of the first model was purchased in the South prior to the war. An interesting story regarding the Maynard is recorded in Benjamin Botkin’s A Civil War Treasury of Tales, Legends & Folklore, said to be the quote of Private Toby of the 1^st Regiment of the Mississippi Army. The tall tale comes from The Intelligencer of Oxford, Mississippi, and at the end, Toby tells his mates “It’s a right big story, boys, but it’s true, sure as shooting. Nothing to do with Maynard rifle but to load her up, turn her North, and pull trigger. If twenty of them don’t clean out all Yankeedom, then I’m a liar, that’s all.”

This example represents a nice example of the second model and was used by various Union cavalry. Known significant issue and use occurred in the 9^th & 11^th Indiana, as well as the 11^th Tennessee. It was generally well-liked, owing to its light weight, handling and simplicity. The lever simply tips the barrel down so that the breech is exposed for loading and unloading. Compared to a percussion muzzle-loader, it was much faster to put fire down range.

The overall condition is very good. Original finish. Strong action. Nice bore. The walnut stock is solid with 2 cartouches are on the left wrist. “G.W.S.” is stamped on the left barrel flat. Here is a great example of the venerable Maynard carbine which served so well many state militia units!

Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.

Barrel is 20 inches.

Caliber: .50 Percussion

Overall condition as seen in photos.

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$2775
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