The lockplate is marked "Burnside Rifle Co/Providence, R.I." Forward of the breechblock, the top of the frame is marked "Burnside Patent/March 25TH/1856" and serial number 10198 which appears on both the receiver and the breechblock. Close examination indicates that these letters are contemporary to the era of manufacture of the carbine. Stamped in 1/8" high letters is "1862." Below those markings in 5/16" high uppercase letters, is stamped "CAL 100" with "53" in ¼" high letters. Of particular note are the markings on the cheek side of the buttstock. Some faded case color remains on the receiver. The patina on all metal is consistent, and conforms to the usage and wear on the stocks. The release clip for the falling breechblock is the slender variety typical of the 2nd model Burnside, yet it is hinged like the 4th models.Īll parts are original to the gun and all serial numbers are correctly placed and matching. The forestock is small in size and tapered at its front. The hammer has a long nose with a vertical thumb spur as seen on the 1st and 2nd model Burnsides, and not the typical "S" shape found on 4th models. It exhibits characteristics typical of a 3rd model Burnside whose manufacture took place in 1862. This Burnside carbine is in good condition showing moderate use and saddle wear.
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