The forestock is small in size and tapered at its front. The hammer has a long nose with a vertical thumb spur as seen on the 1st and 2nd model Burnsides, and not the typical 'S' shape found on 4th models. It exhibits characteristics typical of a 3rd model Burnside whose manufacture took place in 1862.
This Burnside carbine is in good condition showing moderate use and saddle wear.
