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Category - Civil War Rifles - Antique Rifles - Percussion

Category
Civil War Rifles
Antique Rifles - Percussion

New Jersey Marked Civil War Trenton U.S. Model 1861 Percussion Rifle-Musket

Description:
This is one of approximately 5,300 rifle-muskets contracted with the state of New Jersey by J.T. Hodge and A. M. Burton c. 1863-1864, not included as part of the reported 11,495 "Trenton" marked rifle-muskets delivered under U.S. contract during the Civil War. These New Jersey Contract Model 1861 rifle-muskets are described on pages 307-309 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms Volume III". The book states, "Burt & Hodge received at least four contracts from the State of New Jersey for rifle muskets. In 1863, they contracted with the state as Trenton Arms Company, and in 1864, they contracted as the New Jersey Arms & Ordnance Company... some of which specified that the locks be marked 'Trenton.'" Features a bayonet stud front sight and flip-up 500 yard rear sight. The left of the barrel at the breech is marked "N.J." and has standard "V/P/eagle head" proofs. The lock is marked "U.S./TRENTON" ahead of the eagle and shield. "1864" dated on the tail of the lock and top of the barrel at the breech. Oval script "NJ" (State of New Jersey) cartouche marked on the left stock flat. 40" barrel and .58 caliber. All markings are nice and crisp. Great NJ cartouche in stock. Overall finish is bright with some browning coming thru patina mixing in. Dated 1864. Has all the correct markings. Stock is in good condition showing the normal handling marks. Tiny crack near lock plate screw on left side (see pic) #3 and #10. Please feel free to ask questions. I will entertain trades. 

Antique: Yes

Price: $1,895.00
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