ŌMATA STOCKADE AUCTION
Monday, 26 August - Tuesday, 3 September 2024
British Pattern 1844 Yeomanry Cavalry Percussion Carbine, .60 caliber , 20" barrel is 3-groove rifled, with captive swivel ramrod and retained in stock by two wedges.
Estimate $1,600 - $2,400
Realised: $1,600 plus premium
Lot Details
Lock marked ‘Crown’ over ‘VR’ and ‘Tower 1856’ Clear Tower proofs at breech. Rear sight to 600 yards on ramp. Metalwork a dark patina overall with minor staining and some pitting to tail of lock plate & hammer. Sound walnut stock with stock-makers stamp visible opposite lock. Small area of old fill by breech and 1½" wood repair on heel of butt expertly done. In-service period ‘NZ’ over ‘6544’ marked on butt plate tang. An early carbine with NZ history in good condition for age. Good working order & condition. Provenance: Hawkes Bay Arms, 22/03/2003, Lot 389. $2200. NLR
