Original U.S. 1862 Patent Peabody Saddle-Ring Carbine in .50 Rimfire Issued to State Militias with Unit Markings - Serial 111613 French & Indian War Most likely the hose itself

Most likely the hose itself was replaced at some point

The shaft of the round is stamped MK

but construction appears to be ChiCom

Standing almost 10" tall

The chin strap is complete but has a break which could be repaired

Original U.S. 1862 Patent Peabody Saddle-Ring Carbine in .50 Rimfire Issued to State Militias with Unit Markings - Serial 111613 French & Indian War Most likely the hose itselfOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a lovely patinated example of a rare gun. This ignition system was invented in Boston, Mass. by Henry O. Peabody who received a patent in 1862. Production started in 1866 and continued through 1872. Though over 112,000 rifles and carbines were manufactured during that period, over 100,000 were shipped to Government Users outside the United States in several different calibers. This example is in . 50 Caliber