Originally Posted by
Jack C., 69th NY
I recently acquired a Spencer carbine that has at least six 8 petaled flower-like stamps in both the wood and metal. The receiver serial number has been removed and a cryptic marking stamped where the serial number formerly was. I know my Ballards fairly well but know next to nothing about Spencer rifles and carbines.
I attempted to register with the Spencer Shooting Society to ask this question but for some reason I am unable to receive their activation email so I am turning to my brothers and sisters in the N-SSA.
I know that Spencer rifles and/or carbines went to Japan soon after the Civil War and I am thinking that perhaps this might be one of them. However, the Japanese mum had 16 petals while this has only 8.
I know the N-SSA has some quite knowledgeable shooters/collectors and I am hoping someone can shed some light on this Spencer and its markings.
Thanks,
Jack Conway
Possibly Belgian
James J. Grimes
Member, Durell's Independent Battery D
Endowment Member of the NRA
Member of the NMLRA
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