![]() ![]() This would make a great display or reenactor gun, or it could be a fun project gun for re-barreling. This carbine’s barrel length is a handy 20-1/2″. These carbines often saw very rough service, so very few survived, and even fewer came back to the United States. 45-70 caliber, for short-range target shooting and hunting. So, I figure that the way for me to get one is to build one, that is, to put one together from parts.Id like to end up with one in. There is a chunk missing from the left side of the handguard, in front of the band. Ive wanted a Remington rolling block rifle for a long time, but never could get together the money to buy one that was in decent shape. And there are some dark stains that give the stock a lot of “been there” character. Stock is fair with numerous dings, scratches, and gouges. The metal retains very little of its original finish with patina and some minor pitting on the metal surfaces. Straight grip hardwood stock and forearm, with the original curved steel buttplate. The saddle ring and bar on the left side of the receiver are intact! (These carbines are often found with the saddle ring and bar bent, incomplete, or entirely missing.) Typical Remington pre-1895 patent markings on the tang. The original blued finish has worn to a patina in most areas. ![]() The “FP” may refer to Fuerzas Armadas del Perú (Peruvian Armed Forces.). Round steel barrel with a pinched blade front sight. ![]() These were made in the 1880s and early 1890s primarily for use by foreign cavalry units. A scarce original Remington Rolling Block saddle ring carbine.
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