Guns International #: 103197013
Seller's Inventory #: 250549

Category - Civil War Rifles - Antique Rifles - Percussion

Category
Civil War Rifles
Antique Rifles - Percussion

CIVIL WAR Era Antique MONSEUR of LIEGE Percussion RIFLE-MUSKET w/BAYONET For Export to AMERICAN BELLIGERENTS 1861-1865

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CIVIL WAR Era Antique MONSEUR of LIEGE Percussion RIFLE-MUSKET w/BAYONET  

For Export to AMERICAN BELLIGERENTS 1861-1865

Here we present an antique Civil War Era Belgian Monseur Percussion Rifle-Musket, made circa the early 1860s in Liege, Belgium. This Belgian longarm is a copy of the French Model 1857. Produced by Monsieur in Liege for export to American belligerents during the Civil war between 1861 to 1865. These arms, in this configuration by this maker, were classified as "commercial" for export to the highest and were not made for the Belgian Army. The slight octagonal to round Belgian proofed rifled barrel measures 40-1/2 inches and it is .71 caliber.

The American Civil War happened during a period of great firearms advancement throughout the world, but particularly in the United States. The primary transition was from muzzle-loaders to breech-loaders, from loose ball and powder to self-contained cartridges. Dozens of different small arms, namely cavalry carbines, were used in the conflict. The war saw obsolete technology fighting next to the cutting edge, and both sides needed it all. Imagine the logistical nightmare of supplying so many different types of ammunition! When the Civil War began, both sides were desperate for small arms. Arms purchasers and speculators scoured Europe and England for small arms available for purchase. Though this example has a known maker who saw an opportunity to cash in on the American conflict.

There are two single iron barrel bands and a double front band. The sling swivels are attached on the middle barrel band and at the front of the trigger guard. The "feathered" black walnut stock bears a crisp, deep stamp reading "Monsieur Liege" in a circle while there are several other smaller factory proofs.

The overall condition is good. Original, bright gray patina. Robust action. The stock is in fine condition with visible cartouches and has been re-oiled. The bore is dark but remains good for its age. Good bayonet.

Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.

Barrel is 40-1/2 inches.

Caliber: .71 Percussion

Overall condition as seen in photos.

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$1800

#250549
 

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Antique: Yes