Palmer Cavalry Carbine

Published on June 20, 2015
Duration: 9:57

The Palmer Cavalry Carbine, patented in 1863 and manufactured by E.G. Lamson & Co., was a single-shot, hammer-fired bolt-action carbine chambered in .56-50 Spencer rimfire. Though 1,000 units were ordered by the Union government in 1864 and delivered in 1865, they never saw combat. Its unique bolt action features interrupted thread locking lugs, similar to the Ward-Burton rifle, and a spring-loaded ejector. The carbine includes a 3-position rear sight and a cavalry sling bar.

Quick Summary

The Palmer Cavalry Carbine, patented in 1863 and manufactured by E.G. Lamson & Co., is a single-shot bolt-action firearm chambered in .56-50 Spencer rimfire. It features a unique hammer-fired action with interrupted thread locking lugs and arrived too late for Civil War combat service.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Historical Context
  2. 01:00Production & Combat History
  3. 01:38Caliber & Manufacturer Details
  4. 02:40Markings & Identification
  5. 03:41Unique Bolt Action Mechanism
  6. 04:53Disassembly & Bolt Features
  7. 06:45Ejection & Safety System
  8. 08:05Sights & Cavalry Features

Frequently Asked Questions

What caliber is the Palmer Cavalry Carbine?

The Palmer Cavalry Carbine is chambered for the .56-50 Spencer rimfire cartridge. This was a common rimfire caliber used in several carbine models during the Civil War era.

When was the Palmer Cavalry Carbine patented and produced?

The Palmer Carbine was patented on December 22, 1863. The Union government ordered 1,000 units in 1864, which were delivered in 1865 by manufacturer E.G. Lamson & Co.

Did the Palmer Cavalry Carbine see combat service?

No, the Palmer Cavalry Carbine did not see combat service. Although ordered by the government and delivered in 1865, they arrived just after the end of the Civil War.

What is unique about the Palmer Carbine's bolt action?

The Palmer Carbine features a hammer-fired bolt action with a unique system of V-shaped interrupted thread locking lugs, similar to designs found in the Ward-Burton rifle, allowing for quick bolt manipulation.

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