1865 Spencer Rifle

Ned Roundtree · February 12, 2001, 11:40 PM

Anyone got one of these babies? A buddy of mine was showing me his reconditioned Spencer. He shoots it in NCOWS. I think it is in 50 or 52 caliber. Wow, even with black powder loads you have got to pay attention. So my local gun store just got one in. Ouch, $5,000+/-. Well, it is back to my trusty Marlin.

Doc Hudson · February 13, 2001, 01:35 AM

Ned,

I saw an article some time back about a company that has started making centerfire reproductions. I don't remember the company name, but the price was around $1500.00.

I've dreamed of woning a Spencer since I was a kid. I still almost cry every time I remember having to pass up an original Spencer, with Cavalry acceptance marks and KKK markings for less than $1,000.00, but i just did not have the cash.

Doc Hudson

Bill Mitchell · February 13, 2001, 08:53 AM

Howdy Doc,

Taylor's & Co. has been developing a Spencer replica. I handled one at Mule Camp last year-nice gun. I haven't heard if they're actually selling any yet.

Bellicose Bill

Doc Hudson · February 13, 2001, 11:05 AM

The one Phil Spangenberger reviewed was made by some fellow with an Italian sounding name. it started with an "M", I think.

I guess I'll have to go digging through back issues and find the danged article to see what he said about it.

Any idea how much the Taylor made Spencers might sell for, and the calibers available?

Doc Hudson

fal308 · February 13, 2001, 11:54 AM

Saw one at SHOT Show last month. Made by Taylor's http://www.taylorsfirearms.com Really nice. The website says it comes in .56/50, .44 Russian and .45 Schofield.

**4V50 Gary** · February 13, 2001, 07:59 PM

Romano Rifle Company of Pennellville, NY makes Spencer Rifles. As an outfit whose reputation among Civil War enthusiasts is high, they're products are not for the casual shooter. You gotta have bucks to own one of theirs.

Ned Roundtree · February 15, 2001, 08:21 AM

I think the Taylor imported Spencer from Sport Armi is about $1700. Last year their marketing dept said it would cost about $1200. This year I am hearing $1700.

February 12, 2001, 11:40 PM	#1
Ned Roundtree Senior Member Join Date: December 8, 1999 Location: Lexington, KY,USA Posts: 738	Anyone got one of these babies? A buddy of mine was showing me his reconditioned Spencer. He shoots it in NCOWS. I think it is in 50 or 52 caliber. Wow, even with black powder loads you have got to pay attention. So my local gun store just got one in. Ouch, $5,000+/-. Well, it is back to my trusty Marlin.

February 13, 2001, 01:35 AM	#2
Doc Hudson Senior Member Join Date: January 29, 2001 Location: Mississippi Delta Posts: 635	Ned, I saw an article some time back about a company that has started making centerfire reproductions. I don't remember the company name, but the price was around $1500.00. I've dreamed of woning a Spencer since I was a kid. I still almost cry every time I remember having to pass up an original Spencer, with Cavalry acceptance marks and KKK markings for less than $1,000.00, but i just did not have the cash. Doc Hudson

February 13, 2001, 08:53 AM	#3
Bill Mitchell Staff Alumnus Join Date: October 15, 1998 Location: Roswell,GA Posts: 433	Howdy Doc, Taylor's & Co. has been developing a Spencer replica. I handled one at Mule Camp last year-nice gun. I haven't heard if they're actually selling any yet. Bellicose Bill

February 13, 2001, 11:05 AM	#4
Doc Hudson Senior Member Join Date: January 29, 2001 Location: Mississippi Delta Posts: 635	The one Phil Spangenberger reviewed was made by some fellow with an Italian sounding name. it started with an "M", I think. I guess I'll have to go digging through back issues and find the danged article to see what he said about it. Any idea how much the Taylor made Spencers might sell for, and the calibers available? Doc Hudson

February 13, 2001, 11:54 AM	#5
fal308 Staff Alumnus Join Date: October 12, 1998 Location: Missouri Posts: 1,992	Saw one at SHOT Show last month. Made by Taylor's http://www.taylorsfirearms.com Really nice. The website says it comes in .56/50, .44 Russian and .45 Schofield.

February 13, 2001, 07:59 PM	#6
4V50 Gary Staff Join Date: November 2, 1998 Location: Colorado Posts: 22,303	Romano Rifle Company of Pennellville, NY makes Spencer Rifles. As an outfit whose reputation among Civil War enthusiasts is high, they're products are not for the casual shooter. You gotta have bucks to own one of theirs.

February 15, 2001, 08:21 AM	#7
Ned Roundtree Senior Member Join Date: December 8, 1999 Location: Lexington, KY,USA Posts: 738	I think the Taylor imported Spencer from Sport Armi is about $1700. Last year their marketing dept said it would cost about $1200. This year I am hearing $1700.