U.S. MODEL 1841 MISSISSIPPI RIFLE 9TH NH VOLUNTEERS
Guns International #: 100420033 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Civil War Rifles - Antique Rifles - Percussion
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Seller: ED GOOD
Member Since: 4/5/07
First Name: ed
Last Name: good
State: New Hampshire
Country: United States
Phone: (603) 325-5828
Total Number of Listings: 496
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
only if defective
Payment Types Accepted: POSTAL MONEY ORDER, CASHIERS CHECK
Description:
This is a very fine example of a U.S. Model 1841 Mississippi Rifle, made in 1849 by Robbins and Lawrence of Windsor, VT. 5000 of these rifles were kept in storage by the State of Massachusetts until the beginning of the Civil War. At that time, Massachusetts sold 1000 of these rifles to the State of New Hampshire. New Hampshire had these rifles uniquely altered to accept a sword bayonet. Most of these NH altered rifles were issued to the 9th NH Volunteer Infantry. This example is one of those New Hampshire altered rifles. It is in such fine condition, that it is doubtful this it ever left the State... Both cartouches on the stock are light but still visible. The barrel has Robbins and Lawrence proofs which read "US" over "JPC" over "P". The barrel tang has the 1849 date still visible. The bore is in it's original .54 caliber configuration and it is in excellent bright condition with sharp rifling. This example is in overall very fine condition, with nice smooth metal that has turned to a delightful patina with no pitting. The 1849 dated lock plate has sharp markings and silvery traces of original case colors in protected areas. Notice the brass still exhibits some varnish, most likely applied for storage. The lock is very precise and has a strong main spring. The stock is in very good condition with nice clean surfaces that have good lines and mostly smooth surfaces along with a few dings and scratches collected over the years. A nice example of an 1841 Model Mississippi rifle, that is very rare in its fine condition and original configuration. It has been a while since one this nice has come to market... And, a real documented 1 of 1000! A knowledgeable collector kindly provided the following input: Your Mississippi is known as the New Hampshire conversion for the saber bayonet. A very hard example to find, bayonet conversion was done by Ames. The books say Collins & Co. or Ames, I have a rifle like this and the bayonet for it is clearly marked Ames. The flat top machine screws are missing from your bayonet lug and can easily be replaced. These rifles were issued to the Ninth New Hampshire which had a great battle record. They were at Vicksburg as well as the other major conflicts. The state had 960 of these converted rifles as of May of 1862 in storage at Portsmouth. The state referred to these as Windsor rifles because of their manufacture in Windsor, Vermont. The regimental history of the ninth has several refs to the use of this rifle. This is a pretty scarce rifle with a known history of it's use... See Moller's Volume III, page 160, for more details re the rare NH Alteration. SOME GUIDELINES: All cartridge firing firearms must be transferred through a licensed FFL dealer in your state. Buyer to supply a signed copy of local dealer’s license before shipment will be made. A C&R License is acceptable for C&R firearms, (guns determined to be C&R’s by ATF and/or guns known to be at least 50 years old). Antique firearms and replicas require buyer to supply proof of age. Some areas require an FFL transfer for antique & black powder firearms (New Jersey, NYC, etc.) PAYMENT OPTIONS: Postal Money Orders and Cashier's Checks only are acceptable. SHIPPING: Buyer pays shipping costs. All items are shipped via priority mail insured. Costs vary depending on weight, postal zone and insurance value. SAFETY NOTICE: Buyer is solely responsible for determining that a used gun is safe to shoot. The firearms offered have not been test fired but have been given a visual inspection only for purposes. Buyer agrees to hold seller harmless against damages, injury, or death caused by defective merchandise. RETURN POLICY: Returns are handled on an individual basis. You can presume that I know what I am selling. You are expected to know what you are buying. All items are guaranteed to be as advertised. If I make a gross error in description, you may of course, return item with my apology. CONSIGNMENTS ACCEPTED: I sell many items on consignment. Please call during business hours, est, for appraisals and terms.
SOLD
Antique: Yes