Object number
7807.7
Creator
Description
A Lancaster carbine with oval bore and 31.5" barrel. The lockplate is marked 'TOWER 1861', and stock stamped on side 'WO', inside 'BIRMINGHAM 1861' and underneath 'J Bourne'. Tang of buttplate is marked 'V, L_D, E 1, 105'. There is a steel rammer with grooves at head and slot.
The Lancaster carbine has a steel bayonet attachment. The carbine is made of hard wood with brass detail. The stock is finished with a brass plate.
Production place
Birmingham, West Midlands, England
Date
1861 - 1861
Dimensions