Enfield Enfield, 1858 Dated .62” bore Enfield Percussion Cavalry Carbine. Sn - 23234 Single Shot None Rifle

This is a 1858 dated Enfield percussion cavalry carbine. The carbine is fully stocked to within 1 inch of the muzzle with a barrel length of 21 inches with an overall length of 36 inches with a smooth .62 inch diameter bore. The carbine is fitted with a plain Enfield lockplate which is stamped with the Queens crown over V.R (Victoria Regina) ENFIELD 1858 and a Enfield inspection mark. The barrel carries Enfield proof marks and has a rear sight with one fixed sight and two folding leaf sights. The barrel is held to the stock by 2 iron barrel bands carrying Enfield inspection marks. The carbine has a captive swivel ramrod at the muzzle and the bore has staining and residue due to service use. The left hand side of the stock has the cavalry carbine bar and ring for securing the carbine to the horse and it is also fitted with a sling swivel at the butt and front barrel band. The woodwork is in good condition with the usual knocks and bumps from service use and carries a roundel stamped into the right hand side of a crowfoot BIRMINGHAM over 1 (class 1 weapon). the cocking and firing mechanisms work as they should. The price includes U.K delivery and an antique musket no licence is required to own this item in the UK if retained as part of a collection or display. Sn 23234