Original U.S. 1862 Patent Peabody Saddle-Ring Carbine in .50 Rimfire Issued to State Militias with Unit Markings - Serial 111613 ZB 26-ZB 30 which show some light oxidation

which show some light oxidation

We estimate that this pistol was probably produced around 1843-1845

The most noticeable difference between the Type 1 and Type 2 is the bag

There is just a bit of cracking near the pommel

and this example would look fantastic framed

Original U.S. 1862 Patent Peabody Saddle-Ring Carbine in .50 Rimfire Issued to State Militias with Unit Markings - Serial 111613 ZB 26-ZB 30 which show some light oxidationOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a lovely patinated example of a rare gun. This ignition system was invented in Boston, Mass. by Henry O. Peabody who received a patent in 1862. Production started in 1866 and continued through 1872. Though over 112,000 rifles and carbines were manufactured during that period, over 100,000 were shipped to Government Users outside the United States in several different calibers. This example is in . 50 Caliber