WTS Frank Wesson 2 trigger Civil War rifle .44 CF or RF

[Discus420]

lots of Pictures here https://imgur.com/a/ZUcnC 625 $ plus shipping
shoots RF or CF shoots.44 CF Russian ammo
Here is an original Wesson single-shot breechloading carbine in good condition. This .44 caliber, ‘two-trigger’ rimfire or Centerfire, Wesson military carbine is one of some 4,500 carbines produced at Worcester, Mass.
The two-line maker address found on to stampings read “F. WESSON’S PATENT / OCT. 25, 1859 / B. KITTREDGE & CO. / CINCINNATI. O.” Records indicate that 1,366 Wesson ‘Kittredge-marked’ carbines were supplied to state units from Kentucky. A tip-up style action utilized with the froward trigger acting as the release for the barrel.

[historicfirearms]

That's cool, sent a PM with questions.

[birch]

Super cool Rifle! PM Sent.

[pull the trigger]

This wont need an FFL either.

[maxreloader]

this is really cool but I am learning to resist the urge... I think?

[Discus420]

cmon somebody bite its only 625 $$ No FFL needed its an antique how about trades that are C&R eligible????

[pull the trigger]

Honestly this is driving me crazy. I already have a Marlin/Ballard addiction that I am struggling with. I really need to stay clear of other temptations.

[maxreloader]

Just pull the trigger!

[birch]

Might as well just pull the trigger.

[missionary5155]

Good morning
What is the bore condition on this Wesson ?
If this is a good shootable "minute of groundhog" barrel and working out my unique "getting funds to you" issue I will buy this nice old rifle for $625 shipped. PM follows.
Mike in Peru

[bedbugbilly]

I had one of these quite a few years ago in my collection - I sold it when I downsized. Mine also ad the B F Kittredge post production stampings. I don't remember how many were finished in the contract for use in the CW but evidently, Kittredge, which if I remember correctly was a large sporting goods type supplier in Chicago, was able to fill the contract. This was originally a "civilian" rifle/short rifle but was very adaptable for carbine use. Over the years, I have seen probably 3 or 4 impose of the cartridge box that was furnished for these - it was a belt pouch but much of it was constructed from brass IIRC and are quite a rare cartridge box. I never shot mine but the rifling on mine was pretty heavy although some pitting from use. They are a neat little piece of history!

[missionary5155]

Good afternoon
We have struck a deal and funds are on the way...
Mike in Peru