Victorian, British Army in Indian, Light Cavalry.65 Calibre, Smooth Bore, Antique Percussion Carbine with Saddle Bar and Ring. Sn 23424 Victorian, British Army in Indian, Light Cavalry.65 Calibre, Smooth Bore, Antique Percussion Carbine with Saddle Bar and Ring. Sn 23424 Single Shot Various Rifle

Enfield Pattern 1853 cavalry carbines were used by the British army In India. By 1866 the stock of Tower P 53’s became diminished and conditions in India called for another issue of smooth bore carbines resulting in production of Light Cavalry Carbines. This cavalry carbine is in excellent condition with good smooth woodwork and metalwork. The carbine measures 39 inches in length with a 24 inch smoothbore barrel. The barrel carries Birmingham 25 bore proof marks and is retained by a single Baddley band. The steel lockplate with an Enfield hammer is stamped with a Queens crown. The carbine is fitted with Enfield brass furniture and is fitted with a steel saddle bar and ring. The barrel has a smooth bore which has staining and residue consistent with age. The price includes UK delivery. NB As an antique percussion carbine no licence is required to own this item in the UK if retained as part of a collection or display. Sn 23424