I am really excited about being able to start this blog for "J" at Southern Sportsman. He is without a doubt the most knowledgeable person I know on Military collectibles and Civil War Collectibles in particular.Js expertise extends beyond just the historical information regarding Civil War collectibles, not only does he have expertise regarding the background on various artifacts he is incredibly knowledgeable regarding how to authenticate artifacts and collectible items. That's why I am so enthusiastic about this blog project. J can help folks understand whether what they have is the real deal and more importantly whether something they are looking to purchase is the real deal.
I for one am looking forward to reading Js regular posts on this blog. If you get a chance to visit J, his “brick and mortar” storefront is located in northern Florida right off I-10 at 6835 US 129, Live Oak, Florida 32064 (mailing address is P.O. box 1284, Live Oak, Florida, 32064).
Mark Beans
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Hello, I have a chance to purchase a trapdoor carbine but am afraid it might be a cut down rifle. the markings on it says 1870 over an eagle with crossed arrows and US underneath, the serial number is 2240 on the left rear of the bbl and also the left front at the receiver,it has no saddle bar or ring, it has the carbine trigger guard, short breech with rear sight just in front of it,22" bbl. Could this possibly date to the buffalo soldiers. This is all the info I have on it. I was told by two expert trapdoor collectors to stay away from it because of the missing bar & ring and both said 1870 carbines were not serialized. Thank You, Howard Sizemore @ "hsize99@gmail.com"
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