I have just acquired an 1865 Spencer carbine, M 1865 stamped on top of the barrel near the action, serial number 10873 on the rear of the action. Made by the Spencer Repeating Rifle Co. Boston. Mass.
No other visible markings on the rifle, no Stabler cutoff, 50 caliber rimfire.
Any history on the rifle would be appreciated.
It has found its way to Australia, possibly by someone coming to one of the Australian goldfields.
There is no family history with it.
Regards,
Al