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Guns International #: 103364979
Seller's Inventory #: 256038
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Guns International #: 103364979
Category - Remington Rifles - Antique
- Military Rifles - Antique
NEW YORK Contract Antique REMINGTON Rolling Block MILITIA Rifle INDIAN WARS Post-Civil War Era FRONTIER ERA Rolling Block
Description: NEW YORK Contract Antique REMINGTON Rolling Block MILITIA Rifle INDIAN WARS Post-Civil War Era FRONTIER ERA Rolling Block Here we present an antique State of New York Contract Remington Rolling Block Militia Rifle, made circa 1872-73 in Ilion, New York. The Remington Rolling Block rifle is a breech-loading rifle that was produced from the mid-1860s into the early 20th century by E. Remington and Sons (later Remington Arms Company). The Remington .50-70 caliber rolling block was the U.S. Army's first official cartridge rifle and among the few contenders that easily made the jump from rimfire to centerfire rounds. The state of New York held its own trials to replace its National Guard’s muzzleloaders. After briefly considering conversion methods, the state went with Remington-made .50-70 rolling blocks. After all, Remington was a home-state arms maker. It didn’t hurt that Remington willingly took many of the state’s muzzleloaders in trade. New York bought 19,450 rifles in two orders, with the first order being for 15,000 to be delivered in 1872 and a second order for 4,500 rifles ordered in 1873. These can be distinguished by the extremely high curved hammer spur, the thumb lever for the breechblock that protrudes outward instead of up and the safety locking action which automatically returns the hammer to half cock when the breech is closed. They used the standard Remington military round top, rolling block action in .50-70 Center Fire caliber. The Remington Rolling Block would serve New York until the 1890s, and sources indicate these rolling blocks served with New York Militiamen deployed out West during the Indian Wars. The overall condition is good. The bore is bright and shiny with sharp rifling. Robust action. Original finish with patina. The stock is in good condition, showing use. Ramrod a bit loose in its channel. Wrist cartouches are present. Appears to have a “SEPT.09” date just above the 45 on the right side of the stock. Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction. Barrel is 36 inches. Caliber: .50-70 GOVT Overall condition as seen in photos. Very Fast. Very Safe. FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE. Delivered directly to your door by express mail! Guaranteed AUTHENTIC & Includes CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY. ancestryguns $2200 #256038 Antique: Yes Price: $2,200.00 Buy Now Pay with
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Guns International #: 103364979
Seller's Inventory #: 256038
Guns International #: 103364979
Seller's Inventory #: 256038
Guns International #: 103364979
Seller's Inventory #: 256038
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