Jenks "Mule Ear" U.S.N Carbine, made by E. Remington & Son, Herkimer, NY. In .54 caliber. Has 24" barrel, NSN, dated 1847. Browned finish with color casehardened lock and breech lever with walnut stock. Breech of barrel marked "W. JENKS/U.S.N./RP/P/1847/ CAST STEEL". Lockplate marked "REMINGTON'S/HURKIMER/NY". Military cartouche on left side of stock, sub-inspector markings on buttplate, rear top of frame, trigger guard, trigger guard base, and primer mechanism. Jenks got a navy contract to make 1000 of these very interesting breach loading, side mounted mule ear lock carbines. You open the breech by pulling up on a toggle. Another interesting feature of this piece is that it employs Maynard tape primers. This was a system designed by Dr. Edward Maynard, a dentist with an interest in firearms. The percussion material was glued to paper making a roll of caps. These Maynard caps are still recognizable today as the same paper cap rolls they sell to use with modern cap guns with very minor changes. Dimensions: 41" long overall. This firearm is antique and does not require special licensing. Processing and shipping within the Continental US $100 . All FedEx packages are sent with Direct Signature Required and insured at full replacement value for a fee of 1.5% of the purchase price, unless buyer accepts complete liability in writing. Discounts given on combined lot shipping. Overall excellent condition. Action functions mechanically. Vast majority of finish remains, stock has nice grain, a few small scratches, brass mountings with soft mustard patina, excellent bore.