Author Topic: Odd Spencer (Read 5094 times)

Jake C · « **on:** October 11, 2014, 11:21:30 PM »

Howdy all!

I went to Pigeon Forge TN last Spring with the fiancé, and came across something odd. At the Smokey Mountain Knife Works store, I came across a Spencer (mislabeled as a Sharps) with an extremely short barrel. It looked original, though I wasn't smart enough to think to write down a serial number. I was curious if that type of modification was common, and what type of advantages it would bring to the firearm. This is pure curiosity.

Attached is a picture of me handling said carbine, though it's kind of tough to see where the barrel ends.

Thanks folks!

Ibgreen · « **Reply #1 on:** October 12, 2014, 09:49:36 AM »

Shotgun conversion?

MJN77 · « **Reply #2 on:** October 12, 2014, 10:55:40 AM »

FWIW, I have seen 14" barreled sharps carbines said to have been used by stage coach guards. Maybe that was the case with this spencer.

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Jake C · « **Reply #3 on:** October 12, 2014, 12:20:31 PM »

Quote from: Ibgreen on October 12, 2014, 09:49:36 AM

Shotgun conversion?

Honestly, I didn't know they could be converted to fire shotgun shells. Fair enough.

Jake C · « **Reply #4 on:** October 12, 2014, 12:21:34 PM »

Quote from: MJN77 on October 12, 2014, 10:55:40 AM

FWIW, I have seen 14" barreled sharps carbines said to have been used by stage coach guards. Maybe that was the case with this spencer.

That makes sense. I was just thinking about it the other day, it just seemed kind of odd to me. Thought I'd ask the experts. Thanks for the reply!

Two Flints · « **Reply #5 on:** October 12, 2014, 02:07:26 PM »

I sent an Email to the shop asking for more info about the modified Spencer and more photos . . . hope they reply. Also requested the serial #.

Two Flints

Herbert · « **Reply #6 on:** October 12, 2014, 02:46:31 PM »

Many old rifles were shortend for killing stock,I belive in America they are called Hog guns

Blair · « **Reply #7 on:** October 12, 2014, 03:34:21 PM »

Two Flints,

Good to you.
I hope something comes back.
My best,
Blair

Jake C · « **Reply #8 on:** October 12, 2014, 07:31:23 PM »

Quote from: Two Flints on October 12, 2014, 02:07:26 PM

I sent an Email to the shop asking for more info about the modified Spencer and more photos . . . hope they reply. Also requested the serial #.

Two Flints

Thanks Two Flints, let me know, I've ben wondering about this for a while.

In fact, thanks to everyone for the quick replies, it's always good to learn things you didn't know, so I appreciate it.

Two Flints · « **Reply #9 on:** October 16, 2014, 12:26:57 PM »

I've had no luck . . . my two Emails have gone ignored . . .

Two Flints

Jake C · « **Reply #10 on:** October 16, 2014, 10:28:43 PM »

Quote from: Two Flints on October 16, 2014, 12:26:57 PM

I've had no luck . . . my two Emails have gone ignored . . .

Two Flints

Oh well. Thanks for trying! Guess the exact details will have to be a mystery.

Two Flints · « **Reply #11 on:** October 19, 2014, 06:33:47 PM »

Hi Trum4n1208,

Maybe you could make a return trip to that shop and get the information I wasn't able to get after SIX very nice and friendly Emails to the Knife Shoppe. Tried all the listed Emails, but no response . . . kind of surprised at the lack of customer service

Two Flints

Jake C · « **Reply #12 on:** October 19, 2014, 07:43:17 PM »

Unfortunately, with class scheduling and funds, it'll be a little while before I'm able to make another trip. But I do promise, next time I'm there, I'll go looking for that Spencer ASAP.

I will say, I think I need to get a Spencer, if only because the community is so helpful. Thank you, gentlemen.

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