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1842 Springfield, Rifled in 1853, 1 of 10,000 Long range sites
Guns International #: 103603707 Seller's Inventory #: 20221842
Category: Civil War Rifles -
Seller's Information
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Seller: WPJ
Company: W. Jerrell & Co.
Member Since: 6/17/20
First Name: Walter
Last Name: Jerrell
State: Indiana
Zip: 47240
Country: United States
Phone: (317) 491-8926
Number of Active Listings: 2
Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
10 day returns as long as returned in as shipped condition
Payment Types Accepted: Pay Pal, Personal Check, Money order, Bank Check. All checks are held until cleared. Postal M.O. Next Day shipping.
About Us: We deal in both original and reproduction arms from the American Revolutionary War to The Civil War. In business since 1978, we serve both the Reenactors and collectors of original Guns, swords, and accouterments.
Description:
This is a Model 1842 Springfield Musket, that is one of 10,000 that were rifled by the U.S. Ordinence Department. Long range sights were installed and new cupped ramrods were made. This one was first made in 1848 and was converted to a rifle in 1853. The lock is dated 1848 and the Barrell is dated 1853. This was the start of the transition to rifled over smooth bore shoulder arms. This rifle is in Very Good condition and was very accurate at 200 yards compared to 80 to 100 yards for a smoothbore. It was effective at 800 yards againest lines of Infantry. Please use the photos to judge condition for yourself. Shipping is $55.00 to most states. AL, CA, HI, OR, WA, Please add $12.00. Money back if not satisfied with the buyer paying the return shipping.
Price: $3,149.00
Antique: Yes
Rifle Caliber: .69
Manufacturer: Springfield
Model: 1842
Barrel Length: 42
Bore: Rifled
Ejectors: NA
Condition: Very Good
Metal Condition: Minor Pitting
Wood Condition: Nicks and scratches
Bore Condition: Very Good
Barrels: 1
Barrel Type: Round
Action: Percussion
Triggers: 1
Stock: Walnut
Butt Pad: Steel
Sights: Leaf
Manufacture Date: 1848
Item Location: Indiana
Proof:Black: 70 Gr