Original U.S. Civil War Era Ballard's Patent Falling Block Saddle Ring Carbine in .44 Rimfire - Serial 2279 MP 40 however most of the green

however most of the green paint is missing

the helmet still retains its original leather backed chin scales

The edges have more finish worn away

the engineers struggled to clear the beach obstacles

and sharp hills

Original U.S. Civil War Era Ballard's Patent Falling Block Saddle Ring Carbine in .44 Rimfire - Serial 2279 MP 40 however most of the greenOriginal Item: One Only. The Ballard is a single shot, breech loading firearm used late during the Civil War. The . 44 caliber, percussion carbine was invented and patented by Charles H. Ballard of Worcester, Mass in November 1861. Produced by the Ball & Williams Company of Worcester between 1862 and 1865, this carbine measures 37 long overall with a single barrel band and has a two piece, black walnut stock. The part octagonal and part round barrel