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ORIGINAL NORWICH US CONTRACT MUSKET MODEL 1861 58 CAL DATED 1863-NICE
Guns International #: 101751032 Seller's Inventory #: 21100006A
Category: Civil War Rifles - Antique Pistols - Percussion
Seller's Information
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Seller: Franklin Exchange
Company: Franklin Exchange
Member Since: 12/30/15
First Name: Jeffrey
Last Name: Simmons
State: Texas
Country: United States
Phone: (409) 554-8186
Number of Active Listings: 1
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
***** SOLD AS IS *****
Payment Types Accepted: Money Order (USPS Preferred), Teller or Cashier Check (10 day business hold for shipping), Credit Card, Cash/Wire Transfer over $3000.00.There is a 3% fee for credit card payments.
Description:
Make: Norwich Arms Company
Model: Springfield Model 1861 Rifle Musket
Serial Number: None
Year of Manufacture: 1863
Caliber: .58
Action Type: Single Shot Muzzle Loader
Markings: It has the standard V over P over eagle proofs and 1863 at the top. The lock has the federal eagle at the center, U.S. over NORWICH to the right and 1863 at the tail. The left side of barrel is stamped "O.B.F". The barrel bands are stamped with the letter "U". "US" stamped on top of buttplate.The left flat on the stock has 2 cartouches, one looks like the makers mark, and the other looks like an inspection stamp.
Barrel Length: Approximately 40”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a thick blade atop a raised base, and a two leaf rear sight.
Stock Configuration & Condition: Scarce 1863 Dated Norwich Contract Musket of model 1861. The Model 1861 was the primary musket at the start of the Civil War. Musket was designed as a single shot .58 cal. muzzleloader featuring iron butt plate, two leaf sight, iron trigger guard, three flat barrel bands held in place with springs, two strap hooks on middle band and trigger guard. The hardwood stock is in nice overall condition with normal handling marks, and light impressions. No signs of cracks, chips, deep gouges.
Type of Finish: The barrel has a smooth brown patina ,and all other metal parts have a smooth brown patina.
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: crisp rifling
Overall Condition: The barrel shows only light surface erosion, no signs od dents or nicks. No signs of pitting around the breech, bolster, or lock. The screw heads show light usage. The marking are readable. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very Good condition for its age.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. Strong hammer spring. We have not fired this rifle.
Box, Paperwork& Accessories: None
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SOLD
Antique: Yes