![]() ![]() Toward the end of the Civil War, the Spencer established itself firmly as the main arm for cavalry use and was widely issued during the Indian Wars era also. ![]() To quote from the classic book Flayderman’s Guide to Antique American Firearms, “One of the most colorful, widely used and popular Civil War firearms, the Spencer received the unique advantage and distinction, after a trial firing demonstration, of gaining the personal endorsement of President Lincoln. Low Estimate: 2,450 High Estimate: 3,400 For your consideration is a Civil War Model 1860 Spencer Repeating Saddle Ring Carbine with DOUBLE HISTORY! One of the most important and iconic cavalry weapons of the Civil War, the Spencer holds the position of being the first successful repeating long gun to be issued by the United States Government.
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