CIVIL WAR STARR PERCUSSION CARBINE

SERIAL NUMBER: 21889, BARREL: 21", CALIBER: 54, MFG: 1862-1865, The Starr Percussion carbine was used extensively by the Union Cavalry during the Civil War. Lock and top of barrel are marked "Starr Arms Co. Yonkers New York." It features lever breech action, brass hardware, leaf rear sight, post front sight and 2 piece walnut stocks. CONDITION: Very Good, Metal is smooth with a gray / brown patina. Legends are visible on barrel and good on lock plate. . Has inspectors mark " H.G.S.." on left side of barrel Butt stock has been marks and impressions. The forestock is shy on the right side in front of the barrel band. The are some sanding marks on trigger guard plate. The action is crisp and works properly, The bore has good rifling with frosting. ANTIQUE