Lot Essay
This carbine was supplied under contract by Wilkinson's to the Victorian Colonial Government. Used by mounted troops, it is rare to find an example with issue marks.
BY WILKINSON
Details
A .653 SMOOTHBORE PATTERN 1844 YEOMANRY CARBINE
By Wilkinson
With 53.5 cm. (21 in.) round sighted barrel, the lock marked 'Wilkinson', sling swivels, stirrup ramrod, regulation brass mounts, butt tang marked 'S 34 VG 903'
94 cm. (37 in.)
By Wilkinson
With 53.5 cm. (21 in.) round sighted barrel, the lock marked 'Wilkinson', sling swivels, stirrup ramrod, regulation brass mounts, butt tang marked 'S 34 VG 903'
94 cm. (37 in.)
Special notice
A 10% Goods and Services tax (G.S.T) will be charged on the Buyer's Premium on all lots in this sale.