Original and correct in every way, minimal wear, crisp and sharp detail. This crate was used to ship 10 model 1894 carbines. Serial numbers are penciled on tag affixed to box on the opposite end of the picture shown above. I just purchased an old local collection and among the items were several new and apparently never mounted barrels. Still in the white, with only the most minor surface blemishes in a few spots.
Bores are perfect, original nipple, breech plug and single leaf rear sights.
Dated 1864 with proofs. Here are a few close up pictures of a representative barrel.