Captured 1873 carbines ??
These are three early model 1873 carbines all appear to have been captured by native Americans. The first one was sold at auction as a Indian captured 7th cavalry carbine sn 21577.
The second one pictured is in the 17k range cant remember the exact number but seen on a forum.
The third is in the high 20k range has signs of indian usage and only a few numbers away from a documented carbine turned in by a native american that fought against the 7th at the battle of lbh. All three have the same hole right above the trigger in same spot in the wood as seen in all three picture. Has anyone seen this before? or have an explanation for this. Thank you.
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