I have a Spencer Repeating Carbine that I want to sell. I would like to find out what a fair market value would be. Model M1865 Serial # 16014
It has a 20" barrel, fixed front sight, movable open "V" rear sight. I would consider the gun to be in fair condition for the age. Looks like 30-50% of original finish is still there showing off the case hardening patterns, overall metal is a nice patina. Stock shows stress and some cracking from use and age. There is a very old repair to a small area of the stock adjacent to the rear sling plate. Forearm is in nice condition shows signs of use and discoloration from age. The action seems to work correctly and the hammer operates in 2 positions, one safety and one for firing. Rear magazine is in the gun but is missing spring that forces the cartridge into the breech? The rear sling plate is broken and the ring and one screw are missing.
Any help will be appreciated!
Barry in NC