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- Fri Mar 29, 2019 2:32 pm
- Forum: RR / Pre -1899
- Topic: Remington Carbine ID
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Re: Remington Carbine ID
Hi There, Matt is correct. This is an 1879 Argentine Model carbine. Originally, they were stamped with "Modelo Argentino 1879 E.N." on top of the knoxform behind the rear sight but many had this marking removed during the refinishing process. The caliber is (was) .43 Spanish. As mentioned...
- Fri Mar 29, 2019 12:23 pm
- Forum: RR / Pre -1899
- Topic: Remington Carbine ID
- Replies: 5
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Remington Carbine ID
I'd like some help identifying this rifle please. I'm pretty sure it's a Light Baby Carbine in .44-40 WCF, but some of the other posts I've seen have led me to question it. I've taken some measurements, and will add some photos. The frame width is 1.34", the upper tang width is 0.71", it h...