The Smith Carbine and the 11th Illinois Cavalry There will always be the ever desirable Sharps or the Spencer carbine, but it’s time to give a second look at some of the lesser known carbines and the stories they tell, many of which can be frequently found right here at Rock Island Auction Company. With so much variety, there are certain models with very low production numbers, making them quite collectible and their histories easier to trace. This is certainly true when it comes to American Civil War guns like muskets and revolvers, but especially cavalry carbines, as numerous manufacturers all vied to fit the sudden and massive demand. Of all Civil War guns, cavalry armament is extremely popular among the collecting community for many reasons, especially the aforementioned presence in pop culture, but also because cavalry weapons came in a vast variety that can’t be found with collecting infantry weapons. This has obviously led to a widespread popularity of the cavalry in pop culture and the collecting community that can be difficult to explain, but will likely prove as long-lasting as it is pervasive. Of course, history shows us that isn’t the case, but for many people, including historians, the image is hard to shake. ![]() If TV and movies are to be believed, Civil War cavalry troops were always bravely charging the enemy head on with banners waving and sabers held high, and always arrived right in the nick of time to save the poor infantry from being overrun.
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