Medals & Coins, Arms & Armour - 28th November 2024

Lot 374

Calisher & Terry: a 30 bore Terry's patent capping breech-loading cavalry carbine, pattern No 2

Estimate £600 - £800 | Hammer £1134

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Description

Calisher & Terry: a 30 bore Terry's patent capping breech-loading cavalry carbine, pattern No 2 of 1860, barrel 20.25 in., secured to the stock with an upper barrel band and a lower wedge fastener, breech section impressed 'TERRY'S PATENT 30 BORE', lock with crown and 'CALISHER & TERRY' over '1869', maker's stamp on the butt; offered together with a reproduction cartridge template and mandrel. [3]. Section 58(2) - no licence required if possessed as a curiosity or ornament.



(97cm OAL)

The George Geear Collection