Here is an original Civil War ‘Burnside’ 5th Model cavalry carbine in good original condition. 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. Carbine employed the uniquely designed, tapered .54 caliber Burnside brass cased cartridge. Firearm also features a hinged center receiver section that drops down when the inner latch in the triggerguard is activated and allows for quick insertion of the cartridge. Patent date marks visible on breech block. The shoulder arm bears serial #17213 and exhibits a dull, medium gray patina on its metal surfaces.

Maker’s stamp “BURNSIDE PATENT / MARCH 25TH 1856” on the breech is thin but clear. Right side of the receiver has the single guide screw which allows the smooth operation of the breech in the breechblock. Barrel shows light mottling. Behind hammer on lock tang is “BURNSIDE RIFLE CO./PROVIDENCE, R.I.” Bore is very good along most of its length with some build-up of dirt at the mid-point. Mechanics are strong and crisp. Original nipple present. Numerous sub-inspector marks visible on major components.

Black walnut stock and forend are in fair to good, original condition with no cartouche visible. Stock exhibits a number of shallow dings, dents and scratches consistent with use and age. Lightly carved into right side of butt is “25^th NEW YORK CAV.” Carving is period. Stock also has some other attempts at carving but nothing that can be deciphered. Weapon is also fitted with a cavalry sling bar, carry ring and barrel band.

The 25^th New York Cavalry was mustered in January of 1864 and was assigned to the 22^nd Corps in the Department of Washington before being assigned to the Army of the Shenandoah in August.

The regiment took part in 32 battles and skirmishes to include Charles City Court House, Fort Stevens, Woodstock, Winchester, Kearnstown and Staunton.

During its service the regiment lost 66 men killed and died of wounds and disease. This number does not include those wounded or captured.  [ad]

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