Here is an original Civil War ‘Burnside’ 5th Model carbine in very good original condition. The carbine was once part of the famous Jennie Wade Museum and Soldier’s National Museum collections of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Produced by the Burnside Rifle Co of Providence, Rhode Island, this .54 caliber, single-shot, percussion breech-loading carbine was one of some 43,000 such weapons manufactured by the company during 1863 and 1864.

The carbine employed the uniquely designed Burnside tapered .54 caliber cartridge. Carbine features a hinged center receiver section that drops down when the inner latch in the triggerguard is activated that allows for quick insertion of the brass cartridge. Patent date marks visible on breech block. The shoulder arm bears serial #22967 and exhibits a pleasing medium gray patina on its metal surfaces. No traces of original bluing visible. Maker’s stamp “BURNSIDE RIFLE CO. / PROVIDENCE, RI” on the lockplate is clear. Right side of the receiver has the single guide screw. Barrel shows areas of scattered dark oxidation and appears to have had a light coating of clear sealant applied at one time. Bore semi-bright with slight pitting. Mechanics are strong and crisp. Numerous sub-inspector marks visible on major components.

Black walnut stock is original and in very good condition with a single weak cartouche on the left side wrist area. Right side of stock exhibits a medium size gouge near the heel. Stock appears to have not been cleaned and exhibits just a handful of shallow dings and dents consistent with use and age. Fitted with a cavalry sling bar, carry ring, forend and barrel band, the carbine also has the small guide screw in the center of the right side of frame. This screw allows a smooth operation of the breech activated in the breechblock. An original Civil War ‘Burnside’ carbine. Weapon comes with the large, plastic signage that denoted the carbine while it was in the museum.   [ad/ra]

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