Standard 1856 pattern with swivel ram rod. Simple folding leaf rear sight. Saddle bar on left side. "25" proofed barrel. Marked on the lock "J. HOLLIS & SONS" towards the front. Marked at the rear of the lock in a circle surrounding an intertwined stylized "H&S" marking (for Hollis & Sons) is "MAKERS TO HER MAJESTY'S/ WAR DEPARTMENT". Traces of a similar mark on the stock are present on the right side. It is known that the Confederacy imported quite a few model 1856 carbines for use in the Civil War. CONDITION: Metal retains a pleasing patina with areas of light pitting. Markings are clear. Stock has been sanded at one time. Brass has a nice dark untouched color to it. Bore has strong rifling. Fine mechanical function. GR Name Value Accessories Barrel Length 21" Caliber/Bore .58 Rifled Drop at Comb Drop at Heel FFL Status Antique Length of Pull Manufacturer Hollis & Sons Model Carbine Paperwork Serial Number NSN
Standard 1856 pattern with swivel ram rod. Simple folding leaf rear sight. Saddle bar on left side. "25" proofed barrel. Marked on the lock "J. HOLLIS & SONS" towards the front. Marked at the rear of the lock in a circle surrounding an intertwined stylized "H&S" marking (for Hollis & Sons) is "MAKERS TO HER MAJESTY'S/ WAR DEPARTMENT". Traces of a similar mark on the stock are present on the right side. It is known that the Confederacy imported quite a few model 1856 carbines for use in the Civil War. CONDITION: Metal retains a pleasing patina with areas of light pitting. Markings are clear. Stock has been sanded at one time. Brass has a nice dark untouched color to it. Bore has strong rifling. Fine mechanical function. GR Name Value Accessories Barrel Length 21" Caliber/Bore .58 Rifled Drop at Comb Drop at Heel FFL Status Antique Length of Pull Manufacturer Hollis & Sons Model Carbine Paperwork Serial Number NSN
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