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Guns International #: 102929965
Seller's Inventory #: MM98-8
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Guns International #: 102929965
Category - Antique Rifles - Single Shot
- Military Rifles - Antique
Superb Near Mint Peabody 1862 Military Rifle German Capture Markings NO RESERVE ! Offered here for sale and just acquired from a very prestigio
Description: Superb Near Mint Peabody 1862 Military Rifle German Capture Markings Offered here for sale and just acquired from a very prestigious collection is one of the finest conditioned Peabody military rifle as we have had the pleasure to acquire in all of our more than 5 decades in the business- an this is a most unusual specimen. This is actually an outstanding conditioned and most likely UNFIRED example of a French-Contract Peabody 1862 Patent rifle, one that has a rather interesting history. The Peabody carbines and rifles were made by the Providence Tool Company, Providence, Rhode Island; c. 1866–1871. The total production was, 112,000 for all models. Calibers were: .45 Peabody rimfire; .45-70 Government; .50 rimfire; 50-70; .433 Spanish; 10.4 mm rimfire Swiss. Barrel length carbine 20", rifle 33". Finish: Receiver casehardened, barrel blued, iron mountings, walnut stock. The action on this example is marked: PEABODY'S PAT. JULY 22. 1862 MAN'F'D BY PROVIDENCE TOOL CO. PROV. R. I. The majority of Peabody's production was for foreign contracts, they were adopted by the militaries of Canada (3,000 pieces), Switzerland (15,000), France (33,000) Romania, Mexico and Spain during the later 1860s. France in particular is of note, because they became involved in the The Franco-Prussian War, which lasted 19 July 1870 – 28 January 1871. France had been ordering the rifles in .43 Spanish caliber, and the outbreak of the war resulted in further orders being placed with Peabody. However, the war ended rather quickly, with France on the losing side. As such they cancelled their outstanding orders for the Peabody, leaving Providence tool with a surplus, which they later sold to many State Militias. This gun however is one that actually did make it to France, and saw use during the Franco-Prussian War. It was captured by the German forces during the war, and then had additional Crown / V proofs added on the barrel and chamber. The right side of the stock wrist also has an inspection cartouche stamped into the wood. This gun is in apparent unfired condition. The wood stock has the lovely brown red color of aged walnut, with just a few small marks. The barrel retains all finish with just a slight scratch near end of muzzle where the blue is slightly thinning. The receiver retains 100% case-hardened colors. History of the Peabody Rifle: In 1862 Peabody patented a breech-loading rifle but was unable to perfect it in time to play a major role in the American Civil War (1860-1865).The company continued to promote the Peabody in the U.S., and while it was unable to interest the U.S. Army, It was able to interest various different foreign governments, which is why they were manufactured in calibers such as .43 Spanish and 10.4mm Swiss Rimfire. However, after France cancelled a large order for these rifles, Specifications- Year of Manufacture: c. 1867-69 Caliber: .433 Spanish Cartridge Type: Centerfire Cartridge Barrel Length: 33 Inches Overall Length: 52 Inches Action type: Falling Breechblock with side action lock. Feed System: Single Shot Overall the rifle would be rated at 98-99%and should occupy a lofty place in ANY collection. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL OF our ONLINE S ARE HELD WITHOUT RESERVE. Our openingis the price at which the item WILL SELL if you are the only .. WE DO NOT HAVE AUTOMATIC CHECKOUT on as WELL AS PAYMENT ONLINE and winning must contact us by phone directly or email ONLY after FINAL INVOICE IS POSTED ONLINE showing shipping, and handling, taxes (if applicable) . USPS shipping $48.00 however final shipping will depend upon geographical area shipped. Handling charge $15.00 for long arms. We gladly accept money orders, bank checks and personal checks. Credit card orders (VISA AND MASTER CARD ONLY) charged 3.95% additional for use. Please advise by which option you select to use. Also, please view our at hansenguns. Click on "Online Catalog" and see All OF OUR ITEMS LISTED CONSECUTIVELY on or search online on that site with the ID “lope”...... OFFERED ONLINE AND AVAILABLE IN OUR RETAIL GALLERY IN SOUTHPORT, CT. Visit us also on Facebook at ://facebook/hansenguns/?fref=ts. We also own and/or operate Hansen Cartridge Co. and the Ruger Collectors Assc.(RCA). Hansen & Hansen wishes to expedite each order received, however we ship 80-100 items weekly, therefore orders paid by money orders or bank checks are cleared for shipping 5-7 days after deposited funds show in our account. Shipping date is scheduled ONLY AFTER VERIFICATION TAKES PLACE AND FFL/C&R IS RECEIVED (IF APPLIES). This is 5-7 days after WE receive order by mail - NOT customer date mailed and postmarked and after credit card funds are posted. Credit card orders exceeding $500 must be cleared through customer’s bank before shipping. Personal checks are accepted but orders are held UP TO 3 WEEKS after deposit of funds before items released for shipping. IF you have special instructions or require overnight or expedited shipping please advise at time of ordering and we will gladly prioritize shipping FOR AN ADDITIONAL CHARGE. THIS IS OUR POLICY and we encourage s to PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND OUR POLICY BEFORE . We would be pleased to answer ANY questions by phone (our toll free number is 1-800-571-7337 or e-mail cwlopiaol. Price: $1,795.00 Buy Now Antique: Yes Rifle Caliber: .43 Spanish Contact Seller |
Guns International #: 102929965
Seller's Inventory #: MM98-8
Guns International #: 102929965
Seller's Inventory #: MM98-8
Guns International #: 102929965
Seller's Inventory #: MM98-8
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