#14 • British Snider-Enfield Cavalry Carbine

Part of Arms, Armor and The Early West (live auction by Lewis & Grant Auctions)

Starting at $1,300.00

Status: No sale

.577 caliber, 19.25" barrel, S/N 6231. Blued finish with walnut stock secured by single barrel band. Blade front sight with ladder rear sight graduated from 100-600. Barrel marked throughout with proofs and War Department acceptance markings including "[crown]/V.R.". Lockplate marked with Victorian crown rear of hammer and "1871/ENFIELD" forward, along with Indian "[upwards arrow]/I" stamp. Stock has been hand-carved on the left side of butt "W. HOPE". Right side of stock shows "DC" in diamond stamp indicating use by Canadian Militia. Enfield stock roundel shows "I/[downwards arrow]". **Good condition overall. Barrel has an overall untouched plumb patination with some thinning on high areas and working parts. Stock shows some scattered marks and blemishes from age and use. Action is tight and functional.** $1,500-$2,500