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Civil War Antique U.S., D. Nippes, Mill Creek, Pa., Model 1840, 69 Caliber Rifled Musket, Very Rare
Guns International #: 101467955 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Antique Rifles - Percussion - Civil War Rifles
Seller's Information
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Seller: Old West Collectibles
Member Since: 4/11/19
State: Missouri
Country: United States
Phone: (573) 310-6323
Premium Seller
Number of Active Listings: 1
Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: U.S. Postal Money Order, Cashier's Check
Description:
Rare and seldom seen U.S. Model 1840 rifled musket built by Daniel S. Nippes, Philiadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is estimated only 5600 were made beginning in 1842. The barrel is a full-length 42 inches. The conversion of this rifle was 1847, early enough to have been used in the Mexican-American War then again in the Civil War. The wood is in outstanding condition for a musket this age. The wood to metal fit is near perfect. The barrel and all the armed furniture has turned a beautiful plum. Only fine pin-pricking rust is present around the nipple and the conversion area. The original cartouche is still present on the flat of the stock opposite the lock plate. The Mills Creek, Pa. 1847 remains very strong on the lock. The D. Nippes on the lock was stamped lightly but is still present. It has the original barrel bands and sling swivels as well as the original ramrod. The front sight is affixed to the front band. Since this gun was very possibly used in the Mexican-American War, it seems logical that it was also used in the Civil War by the Texas Infantry. This American-made musket would be a great addition to any Civil War collection.
SOLD
Antique: Yes