Carbine was produced by the Burnside Rifle Co of Providence, Rhode Island. This cavalry model .54 caliber, single-shot, percussion breech-loading carbine is in good serviceable condition. This weapon employed the uniquely designed, tapered .54 caliber Burnside brass cartridge. Carbine also features a hinged center receiver section that drops down when the inner latch of the trigger guard is activated which allows for quick insertion of the cartridge.

All metal surfaces on this carbine have a plumb brown appearance. No original finish remains except for some hints of blue around the muzzle.

Barrel has original front and rear sight and is held to the forearm by a single iron band. There is a worn “CAST STEEL” mark forward of the rear sight. Bore is very good. It is clean for the most part with good rifling and some minor dust here and there.

Breech block and frame have a matching serial number of 21377. This area also has a slightly worn stamp of “BURNSIDE PATENT MARCH 25^TH 1856.” The right side of the receiver has a single guide screw which allows for smooth operation of the breech. The wear on the head of the guide screw does not match the rest of the gun and is probably a period replacement.

Lock plate is marked with a worn but readable “BURNSIDE RIFLE CO. / PROVIDENCE, R.I.” Mechanics are smooth and work properly. Original nipple is present and in good condition. Numerous sub-inspector marks are visible on major components.

Black walnut stock is in fair, original condition and shows no cartouche marks on the left wrist area. Stock exhibits a number of shallow dings and dents consistent with use and age. Some original feathering is still visible on the butt. Stock is free of cracks however the is a small gouge between the barrel tang and the lock. It is approx. 0.50 an inch long.

Carbine is fitted with a sling bar and ring. Sling swivel is present at bottom of butt. [sr] [ph:L]

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