Skip to main content
Rock Island Auction Company
AuctionsConsignmentLatestFAQAbout us
Log InCreate Account
Rock Island Auction CompanyRock Island Auction Company
Contact us
1-309-797-15001-800-238-8022[email protected]
Locations
Bedford, TX
3600 Harwood RoadBedford, Texas 76021, USA
Rock Island, IL
7819 42nd Street WestRock Island, Illinois 61201, USA
Hours
Monday - Friday8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Navigation
AuctionsConsignmentLatestFAQAbout usAccount
More Info
Terms & ConditionsPrivacy PolicyJob postings & CareersOrder a catalogContact
Social media
© 2025 Rock Island Auction Company. RIAC believes that this website is accessible to the widest possible audience pursuant to the guidelines of the Americans with Disability Act. Click here for more information.
Healthcare Transparency in Coverage.
Disconnected
Unable to connect to live update server, attempting reconnection. If this persists, please try refreshing your browser.
Disconnected state indicated by at top of page. If you cannot see this icon, you are connected.
Rock Island Auction Company
Hello.
Please Log In, or .

Home
Auctions
Consignment
Latest
FAQ
About us

  • /Auctions...
  • /Catalog...
  • /Lot 42

Lot 42:Very Scarce and Desirable Volcanic Repeating Arms Company Lever Action Pistol-Carbine with Attachable Stock and Madis Letter

June 10th, 2021|Rock Island, IL
  • /Auctions...
  • /Catalog...
  • /Lot 42

Lot 42:Very Scarce and Desirable Volcanic Repeating Arms Company Lever Action Pistol-Carbine with Attachable Stock and Madis Letter

June 10th, 2021|Rock Island, IL
Price Realized:
Login to viewLogin to view
Price obfuscated
Estimated Price$9,500 - $16,000
Log In to use Wishlists
Share

Very Scarce and Desirable Volcanic Repeating Arms Company Lever Action Pistol-Carbine with Attachable Stock and Madis Letter

Total production of pistol-carbines is estimated to be approximately 300 or less guns. They were originally advertised as "Detached Breech Rifle Carbines." This example is marked "THE VOLCANIC/REPEATING ARMS CO./PATENT NEWHAVEN CONN. FEB.14.1854" on the top barrel flat, has a pinched front sight and period elevation adjustable notch rear sight. Both grip panels and lever are numbered to the gun. A star is stamped on the bottom of each grip panel. The attachable stock is walnut and fitted with a brass buttplate. This firearm was examined by George Madis who found it to be "original and correct" as stated in the accompanying Madis letter.

Details
ManufacturerVolcanic
ModelLever
TypePistol
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge41 Volcanic
Barrel16 1/2 inch octagon
Finishblue
Gripwalnut
Bore conditionGood - Some light pitting or frosted appearance

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views5520
Catalog page11
Find MoreRelated Items
Lot 34Volcanic Repeating Arms No. 2 Navy Lever Action Pistol
View Lot
Lot 45Volcanic Arms Co. Lever Action Carbine
View Lot
Lot 3042New Haven Arms Company Volcanic No. 2 Navy Lever Action Pistol
View Lot
Lot 3012Volcanic Repeating Arms Co. Lever Action Navy Holster Pistol
View Lot
Show More